Korean Dictionary
How to say "No-Kill Shelter" in Korean
“No-Kill Shelter” in Korean is 안락사 없는 보호소 (pronounced "anlaksa eomneum bohoso").
안락사 없는 보호소
anlaksa eomneum bohoso
Usage & Context
An animal shelter that does not euthanize healthy or treatable animals. No-kill shelters prioritize adoption, foster programs, and rescue networks to find homes for all animals in their care.
Example Sentence
안락사 없는 보호소가 더 많아지면 좋겠어요.
I wish there were more no-kill shelters.
How to use 안락사 없는 보호소 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “No-Kill Shelter” is 안락사 없는 보호소, romanized as anlaksa eomneum bohoso.
Usage tip
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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 안락사 없는 보호소.
Pronunciation Guide
안락사 (anlaksa) sounds like 'an' (like 'on') + 'lak' (like 'lock') + 'sa' (like 'sa' in 'sad'). 없는 (eomneun) sounds like 'eom' (like 'um' in 'umbrella') + 'neun' (like 'nun'). 보호소 (bohoso) sounds like 'bo' (like 'bow' and arrow) + 'ho' (like 'hoe') + 'so' (like 'so').
More Example Sentences
Praising a specific animal shelter's policy.
그 보호소는 안락사 없는 보호소로 유명해요.
That shelter is famous for being a no-kill shelter.
Expressing a desire to contribute to animal welfare.
안락사 없는 보호소에서 봉사 활동을 하고 싶어요.
I want to volunteer at a no-kill shelter.
Discussing the financial challenges faced by such shelters.
안락사 없는 보호소는 운영 비용이 많이 들어요.
No-kill shelters incur high operating costs.
Cultural Context
The concept of '안락사 없는 보호소' is gaining significant support in Korea as animal welfare awareness grows. Many traditional shelters still face overcrowding and euthanasia due to limited resources. Public sentiment strongly favors no-kill policies, leading to increased donations, volunteer efforts, and advocacy for more such facilities. The term '안락사' (euthanasia) itself is a sensitive topic, reflecting the ethical dilemmas in animal protection.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
생명 존중
respect for life
입양 캠페인
adoption campaign
보호소 봉사
shelter volunteering
Related Expressions
유기동물 보호소
yugidongmul bohoso
abandoned animal shelter
안락사
anlaksa
euthanasia
입양
ibyang
adoption
구조하다
gujohada
to rescue
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