Korean Dictionary
How to say "Objectivity" in Korean
“Objectivity” in Korean is 객관성 (pronounced "gaekgwanseong").
객관성
gaekgwanseong
Usage & Context
Objectivity is the principle of reporting facts without bias or personal opinion. Korean journalism schools emphasize objectivity as a core value of professional reporting.
Example Sentence
좋은 기사는 객관성을 유지해야 한다.
Good journalism must maintain objectivity.
How to use 객관성 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Objectivity” is 객관성, romanized as gaekgwanseong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
객 (gaek) sounds like 'gack' (as in 'gack-gack' for a duck) but with a softer 'g' and an unreleased 'k' at the end. 관 (gwan) is like 'gwaan' (as in 'Gwangju'). 성 (seong) is similar to 'sung' in 'sunglasses' but with a slightly more open 'o' sound. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Discussing a reporter's ethical stance.
그 기자는 객관성을 잃지 않으려고 노력했다.
The reporter tried not to lose objectivity.
Offering advice in a discussion.
객관적인 시각으로 문제를 바라보는 것이 중요해요.
It's important to look at problems from an objective perspective.
Discussing fairness in an academic setting.
시험 채점은 객관성을 유지해야 합니다.
Exam grading must maintain objectivity.
Cultural Context
In Korean society, where personal connections (인맥, inmaek) and group harmony (우리, uri) can sometimes influence perspectives, '객관성' is highly valued, especially in professional fields like journalism, law, and research. There's often public debate and criticism when media outlets are perceived to lack objectivity, particularly concerning political issues or chaebol (재벌) related news. Maintaining objectivity is a constant challenge and a key ideal.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
객관성을 유지하다
To maintain objectivity
객관적인 시각
Objective perspective
객관적인 사실
Objective fact
Related Expressions
주관성
jugwanseong
Subjectivity
공정성
gongjeongseong
Fairness, impartiality
중립성
jungnipseong
Neutrality
객관적
gaekgwanjeok
Objective (adjective)
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