Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mission work" in Korean
“Mission work” in Korean is 선교 활동 (pronounced "Seonggyo hwaldong").
선교 활동
Seonggyo hwaldong
Usage & Context
Mission work is religious outreach and service. Korean churches are active in mission work both domestically and internationally.
Example Sentence
선교 활동에 참여합니다.
I participate in mission work.
How to use 선교 활동 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mission work” is 선교 활동, romanized as Seonggyo hwaldong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'선교' (seonggyo) sounds like 'seon' (as in 'sun') followed by 'gyo' (like 'yo' but with a 'g' sound). '활동' (hwaldong) sounds like 'hwal' (similar to 'whal' in 'whale') followed by 'dong' (as in 'ding-dong'). Put it together: 'Seon-gyo hwal-dong'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about someone's long-term overseas service.
그는 아프리카에서 10년간 선교 활동을 했습니다.
He did mission work in Africa for 10 years.
Describing a church's annual international outreach.
우리 교회는 매년 해외 선교 활동을 지원합니다.
Our church supports overseas mission work every year.
Explaining the comprehensive nature of mission work.
선교 활동은 단순히 종교 전파를 넘어 봉사도 포함합니다.
Mission work includes not just spreading religion but also service.
Cultural Context
South Korean churches are renowned for their extensive international mission work. Many Korean missionaries serve across the globe, often combining religious outreach with humanitarian aid, education, and medical services. This dedication is a significant aspect of Korean Christianity, often seen as a source of national pride, but it has also occasionally led to controversies, especially when missionaries operate in politically unstable or dangerous regions.
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Common Phrases
선교 활동을 하다
to do mission work
선교 활동에 참여하다
to participate in mission work
해외 선교 활동
overseas mission work
Related Expressions
포교
pogyo
proselytizing
봉사 활동
bongsa hwaldong
volunteer work
해외 선교
haeoe seonggyo
overseas mission
종교 활동
jonggyo hwaldong
religious activity
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