Korean Dictionary
How to say "Proselytizing" in Korean
“Proselytizing” in Korean is 포교 (pronounced "Pogyo").
포교
Pogyo
Usage & Context
Proselytizing is the act of converting people to a religion. Korean churches and temples engage in proselytizing activities.
Example Sentence
포교 활동을 합니다.
We engage in proselytizing.
How to use 포교 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Proselytizing” is 포교, romanized as Pogyo.
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 포교.
Pronunciation Guide
'포' (po) sounds like 'po' in 'pot'. '교' (gyo) sounds like 'yo' but with a 'g' sound at the beginning. Put it together: 'Po-gyo'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
포교합니다
pogyohamnida
Formal polite form of 'to proselytize' (포교하다).
Casual (반말)
포교해
pogyohae
Casual form of 'to proselytize' (포교하다).
More Example Sentences
Describing a church's regular outreach.
그 교회는 매주 주말에 포교 활동을 합니다.
That church engages in proselytizing activities every weekend.
Discussing public perception of religious outreach.
길거리 포교는 때때로 사람들에게 부담을 줄 수 있습니다.
Street proselytizing can sometimes burden people.
Explaining the efforts of a religious group.
새로운 신자를 얻기 위해 포교에 힘쓰고 있습니다.
They are striving to proselytize to gain new believers.
Cultural Context
Proselytizing (포교) is a common activity for many religious groups in Korea, especially Christian churches. It's not unusual to see people handing out flyers or engaging in conversations about their faith in public spaces like subway stations or busy streets. While it's a fundamental aspect of many religions, aggressive or intrusive approaches can sometimes be met with discomfort or criticism from the public. Buddhist temples also engage in '포교' but often through more subtle means like cultural events or temple stays.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
포교 활동
proselytizing activity
포교하다
to proselytize
길거리 포교
street proselytizing
Related Expressions
선교
seonggyo
mission work
전도
jeondo
evangelism, proselytizing (often Christian specific)
종교 활동
jonggyo hwaldong
religious activity
개종
gaejeong
conversion (to a religion)
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