Korean Dictionary
How to say "Op-Ed" in Korean
“Op-Ed” in Korean is 기고문 (pronounced "gigogeumun").
기고문
gigogeumun
Usage & Context
An op-ed is an opinion piece written by an outside contributor, typically opposite the editorial page. Korean newspapers publish op-eds from scholars, experts, and public figures.
Example Sentence
그 교수는 기후 변화에 관한 기고문을 신문에 실었다.
The professor published an op-ed about climate change in the newspaper.
How to use 기고문 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Op-Ed” is 기고문, romanized as gigogeumun.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word 기고문 (gigomun) is pronounced 'gee-go-moon'. '기' (gi) sounds like 'gee' in 'geese'. '고' (go) sounds like 'go' in 'go'. '문' (mun) sounds like 'moon'. The syllables are pronounced with relatively even stress.
More Example Sentences
A public figure actively contributing to public discourse.
그는 환경 문제에 대한 기고문을 여러 신문에 실었다.
He published op-eds on environmental issues in several newspapers.
A newspaper actively seeking contributions.
편집장이 유명 작가에게 기고문을 요청했다.
The editor-in-chief requested an op-ed from a famous writer.
Someone discussing their morning news consumption.
오늘 아침 신문에서 흥미로운 기고문을 읽었어요.
I read an interesting op-ed in this morning's newspaper.
Cultural Context
기고문 (gigomun) refers to an opinion piece written by an external contributor, distinct from a newspaper's own editorial (사설). In Korea, it's common for professors, experts, or public figures to submit 기고문 on various social, political, or economic issues. These pieces often spark public debate and are a key part of intellectual discourse in Korean media.
Editorial note
We review entries like 기고문 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
기고문을 쓰다
to write an op-ed
기고문을 싣다
to publish an op-ed
기고문을 요청하다
to request an op-ed
Related Expressions
사설
saseol
editorial (written by newspaper staff)
칼럼
kalleom
column (regular piece by a specific writer)
논평
nonpyeong
commentary
기고하다
gigohada
to contribute an article (verb form)
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