Korean Dictionary
How to say "Offering" in Korean
“Offering” in Korean is 제물 (pronounced "Jemul").
제물
Jemul
Usage & Context
Offerings are gifts presented to deities or ancestors in religious rituals. In Korean culture, offerings of food and flowers are common in temples and homes.
Example Sentence
제물을 준비합니다.
We prepare offerings.
How to use 제물 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Offering” is 제물, romanized as Jemul.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 제 (je), sounds like 'jeh' in 'jealous'. The second syllable, 물 (mul), sounds like 'mool' as in 'pool' but with an 'm' sound. Combine them as 'jeh-mool'.
More Example Sentences
Preparing for a traditional ancestral rite (jesa).
조상님께 바칠 제물을 정성껏 준비했어요.
I carefully prepared the offerings to present to our ancestors.
Describing a religious ceremony.
신전에 제물을 올리는 의식이 거행되었어요.
A ritual of offering sacrifices to the shrine was performed.
Explaining the significance of offerings.
이 제물들은 신의 은총을 기원하는 의미를 담고 있습니다.
These offerings carry the meaning of praying for divine grace.
Cultural Context
제물 (jemul) primarily refers to items offered in religious or ancestral rituals, such as food, incense, or flowers. It's a central concept in Korean ancestral rites (제사, jesa) where specific dishes are meticulously prepared and arranged. While it can broadly mean 'sacrifice,' its most common cultural usage is for ritualistic offerings to deities or ancestors, reflecting a deep respect for tradition and the spiritual realm.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
제물을 바치다
To offer sacrifices/offerings
제물을 준비하다
To prepare offerings
제물상
Offering table
Related Expressions
제사
jesa
Ancestral rite
공물
gongmul
Tribute, offering (often to a superior or state)
헌물
heonmul
Offering, donation (often in a religious context, like a church)
희생
huisaeng
Sacrifice (broader, can be abstract)
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