Korean Dictionary
How to say "Parliament" in Korean
“Parliament” in Korean is 의회 (pronounced "Uihoe").
의회
Uihoe
Usage & Context
The legislative body in Korea that makes laws. In South Korea, the parliament is called the National Assembly and consists of elected representatives.
Example Sentence
의회는 새로운 법안을 통과시켰습니다.
Parliament passed a new bill.
How to use 의회 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Parliament” is 의회, romanized as Uihoe.
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 의회.
Pronunciation Guide
의 (Ui) is tricky; when it's the first syllable, it often sounds like 'eui' (like 'e' in 'bed' followed by 'ee' in 'see'). 회 (hoe) sounds like 'hweh' or 'hway' in 'way' but with an 'h'. Together, it's 'eui-hweh'.
More Example Sentences
Defining the composition of a legislative body.
의회는 국민의 대표로 구성됩니다.
Parliament is composed of representatives of the people.
Reporting on the legislative process.
새로운 법안이 의회에서 논의 중입니다.
A new bill is being discussed in parliament.
Describing political activity within the legislature.
의원들은 의회에서 활발한 토론을 벌였습니다.
Members of parliament engaged in lively debate in parliament.
Cultural Context
In South Korea, '의회' specifically refers to the '국회' (Gukhoe), which is the National Assembly, a unicameral legislative body. Debates and sometimes even dramatic scenes within the National Assembly are often broadcast and discussed, reflecting the passionate and sometimes contentious nature of Korean politics. It's the primary forum for lawmaking and government oversight.
Editorial note
We review entries like 의회 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
의회 민주주의
Parliamentary democracy
의회 회기
Parliamentary session
의회 해산
Dissolution of parliament
Related Expressions
국회
Gukhoe
National Assembly (specific to Korea)
국회의원
Gukhoeuiwon
Member of the National Assembly (MP)
법안
Beoban
Bill (proposed law)
입법부
Ipbeopbu
Legislative branch
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