Korean Dictionary
How to say "Patrol" in Korean
“Patrol” in Korean is 순찰 (pronounced "Sunchal").
순찰
Sunchal
Usage & Context
Military term related to patrol. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 순찰에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about patrol.
How to use 순찰 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Patrol” is 순찰, romanized as Sunchal.
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 순찰.
Pronunciation Guide
For 순찰 (sunchal), 'sun' sounds like the English word 'sun' (the star), and 'chal' is pronounced like 'chahl,' rhyming with 'pal' but starting with a 'ch' sound.
More Example Sentences
Reporting on public safety or police activity.
경찰이 밤늦게까지 동네를 순찰했습니다.
The police patrolled the neighborhood until late at night.
Describing military duties, especially in sensitive areas.
군인들이 국경 지역을 순찰하며 경계를 섰습니다.
Soldiers patrolled the border area, standing guard.
Explaining residential security procedures.
아파트 경비원이 주기적으로 건물 주변을 순찰합니다.
The apartment security guard regularly patrols around the building.
Cultural Context
'순찰' is a common term in South Korea, frequently heard in contexts of public safety and security. From police officers patrolling neighborhoods to security guards in apartment complexes, the act of patrolling is a visible part of daily life. For Korean men, the concept is particularly familiar due to mandatory military service, where patrolling is a fundamental duty, especially near the DMZ or other strategic locations.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
순찰을 돌다
To go on patrol
야간 순찰
Night patrol
정기 순찰
Regular patrol
Related Expressions
경계
gyeonggye
Guard, vigilance
감시
gamsi
Surveillance
정찰
jeongchal
Reconnaissance (military specific)
순찰차
sunchalcha
Patrol car
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