Korean Dictionary
How to say "National Security" in Korean
“National Security” in Korean is 국가 안보 (pronounced "Gukga anbo").
국가 안보
Gukga anbo
Usage & Context
Protection of a country from threats and dangers. National security is a priority for South Korea.
Example Sentence
국가 안보는 중요합니다.
National security is important.
How to use 국가 안보 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “National Security” is 국가 안보, romanized as Gukga anbo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'Guk-ga' is like 'gook-gah,' with the 'g' sounding soft, almost like 'k' at the end of 'gook.' 'An-bo' is like 'ahn-boh,' where 'ahn' rhymes with 'on' (as in 'on the table') and 'boh' rhymes with 'go.' So, 'gook-gah ahn-boh.'
More Example Sentences
A statement emphasizing the importance of national security.
국가 안보는 모든 국민의 최우선 과제입니다.
National security is the top priority for all citizens.
A government announcement about policy goals.
정부는 국가 안보 강화를 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
The government is striving to strengthen national security.
Analysis of geopolitical threats.
북한의 핵 위협은 한국의 국가 안보에 심각한 영향을 미칩니다.
North Korea's nuclear threat seriously impacts South Korea's national security.
Cultural Context
'국가 안보' (gukga anbo) is a deeply significant concept in South Korea, often discussed in relation to North Korea. Due to the ongoing division and military tensions, national security is a constant theme in news, politics, and even daily conversations, influencing everything from military service to economic policy. It's not just a political term but a lived reality for many.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
국가 안보실
National Security Office (Presidential office)
국가 안보 위협
National security threat
국가 안보 전략
National security strategy
Related Expressions
안보
anbo
Security (shorter form)
국방
gukbang
National defense
안전
anjeon
Safety
국가 이익
gukga iik
National interest
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