Korean Dictionary
How to say "Polar Bear" in Korean
“Polar Bear” in Korean is 북극곰 (pronounced "bukgeukgom").
북극곰
bukgeukgom
Usage & Context
A large white bear adapted to Arctic environments. Polar bears are symbols of Arctic wildlife and climate change awareness. They are featured in Korean environmental education.
Example Sentence
북극곰은 흰색이에요.
The polar bear is white.
How to use 북극곰 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Polar Bear” is 북극곰, romanized as bukgeukgom.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'북극' (buk-geuk) sounds like 'book-gook', where 'book' is like the English word and 'gook' rhymes with 'look'. '곰' (gom) sounds like 'goam' or 'gohm', similar to 'comb' without the 'b' sound. The stress is on 'buk-geuk'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing animal habitats or facts.
북극곰은 얼음 위에서 살아요.
Polar bears live on ice.
Talking about environmental issues and conservation.
지구 온난화 때문에 북극곰이 위험해요.
Polar bears are in danger because of global warming.
Sharing a childhood memory or talking about toys.
어릴 때 북극곰 인형이 있었어요.
I had a polar bear doll when I was little.
Cultural Context
Polar bears are iconic symbols of the Arctic and climate change in Korea. They frequently appear in environmental campaigns, news reports about global warming, and educational materials for children. Their image is often used to evoke a sense of urgency regarding environmental protection and the fragility of ecosystems.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
북극곰처럼 하얗다
To be as white as a polar bear
북극곰 인형
Polar bear doll
북극곰의 서식지
Polar bear habitat
Related Expressions
북극
bukgeuk
Arctic
곰
gom
Bear
지구 온난화
jigu onnan화
Global warming
멸종 위기
myeoljong wigi
Endangered
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