Korean Dictionary
How to say "NATO" in Korean
“NATO” in Korean is 나토 (pronounced "Nato").
나토
Nato
Usage & Context
Military term related to nato. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 나토에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about nato.
How to use 나토 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “NATO” is 나토, romanized as Nato.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 나토.
Pronunciation Guide
For '나토 (Nato)', 'Na' sounds like 'nah' in 'nah-nah', and 'to' sounds like 'toe' on your foot. It's a direct transliteration, making it quite intuitive for English speakers.
More Example Sentences
Reporting on international political events.
나토 정상회담에서 중요한 안보 문제가 논의되었습니다.
Important security issues were discussed at the NATO summit.
Discussing a country's diplomatic efforts.
한국은 나토와 파트너십을 강화하기 위해 노력하고 있습니다.
South Korea is striving to strengthen its partnership with NATO.
Analyzing historical shifts in international organizations.
나토의 역할은 냉전 이후 크게 변화했습니다.
NATO's role has changed significantly since the Cold War.
Cultural Context
While NATO is primarily a European-Atlantic alliance, its global influence means '나토' is a frequently encountered term in South Korean news and political discussions. Korean media often reports on NATO's actions and policies, especially concerning global security and international cooperation. South Korea's own engagement with NATO as a global partner is a topic of increasing interest among policymakers and the public.
Editorial note
We review entries like 나토 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
나토 회원국
NATO member state
나토 동맹
NATO alliance
나토 정상회의
NATO summit
Related Expressions
북대서양 조약 기구
Bukdaeseoyang joyak gigu
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (full name)
유럽 연합
Yureop yeonhap
European Union
집단 안보 체제
Jipdan anbo cheje
Collective security system
국제 협력
Gukje hyeopnyeok
International cooperation
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