Korean Dictionary
How to say "Prosecutor" in Korean
“Prosecutor” in Korean is 검사 (pronounced "Geomsa").
검사
Geomsa
Usage & Context
A government official who prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the state. Prosecutors in South Korea have significant power in investigating and charging crimes.
Example Sentence
검사는 범죄자를 기소했습니다.
The prosecutor charged the criminal.
How to use 검사 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Prosecutor” is 검사, romanized as Geomsa.
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 검사.
Pronunciation Guide
'검사' (Geomsa) sounds like 'gum-sah'. '검' (geom) is like 'gum' (as in chewing gum). '사' (sa) is like 'sah' in 'Sahara' without the 'ra'. The 'g' in '검' is a soft 'g' sound, and the 's' in '사' is a soft 's' sound.
More Example Sentences
Describing a prosecutor's dedication to their duty.
그 검사는 정의를 위해 끝까지 싸웠습니다.
That prosecutor fought to the end for justice.
Referring to the actions of the prosecution office.
검찰은 사건을 철저히 수사하고 있습니다.
The prosecution is thoroughly investigating the case.
Referencing the popular portrayal of prosecutors in Korean television.
K-드라마에서 검사 캐릭터는 카리스마가 넘치죠.
Prosecutor characters in K-dramas are full of charisma, aren't they?
Cultural Context
Prosecutors ('검사') in South Korea wield significant power, not only in prosecuting cases but also in leading investigations. This role is frequently dramatized in K-dramas (e.g., 'Vincenzo,' 'Stranger'), often depicting them as intelligent, driven, and sometimes morally ambiguous figures. The '검찰' (Prosecution Service) is a powerful institution, and its actions often draw public attention and political scrutiny.
Editorial note
We review entries like 검사 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
검사님
Mr./Ms. Prosecutor (addressing a prosecutor)
수석 검사
chief prosecutor
특수부 검사
special investigation prosecutor
Related Expressions
변호사
byeonhosa
Lawyer
판사
pansa
Judge
검찰
geomchal
Prosecution, Prosecutor's Office
기소
giso
Indictment, prosecution
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