Korean Dictionary
How to say "Jeong (Deep Bond)" in Korean
“Jeong (Deep Bond)” in Korean is 정 (pronounced "jeong").
정
jeong
Usage & Context
정 is a uniquely Korean concept describing the deep emotional bond and attachment formed between people through shared experiences over time. During holidays and family gatherings 정 is deeply felt as Koreans reconnect with loved ones. The concept of 정 is central to understanding why Korean holiday traditions like communal cooking and ancestral rites are so important.
Example Sentence
명절에 가족이 모이면 정이 더 깊어지는 것 같아요.
When the family gathers during holidays it seems like the bonds deepen.
How to use 정 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Jeong (Deep Bond)” is 정, romanized as jeong.
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 정.
Pronunciation Guide
This word is pronounced like 'jung' in 'jungle' or 'chung' in 'Chung-hee', but with a softer 'j' sound. The vowel is similar to the 'u' in 'but' or 'cup'. It's a single, short syllable.
More Example Sentences
Describing a heartfelt conversation with an old friend.
오랜만에 만난 친구와 정을 나누며 이야기했어요.
I shared a deep bond and talked with a friend I hadn't seen in a long time.
Explaining a common Korean cultural trait related to 'jeong'.
한국 사람들은 정이 많아서 처음 보는 사람에게도 친절해요.
Koreans are very warm-hearted (have a lot of 'jeong'), so they are kind even to strangers.
Expressing emotional attachment to fictional characters.
드라마를 보면서 주인공들에게 정이 들었어요.
While watching the drama, I grew fond of the main characters.
Cultural Context
정 (jeong) is a profound and uniquely Korean concept that describes a deep, emotional bond or attachment formed between people over time through shared experiences, affection, and mutual care. It's more than just love or friendship; it's a sense of belonging, loyalty, and empathy that can extend to family, friends, neighbors, and even inanimate objects or places. In K-dramas, you often see characters '정을 나누다' (to share jeong) or '정이 들다' (to grow fond of someone/something), highlighting the importance of this connection in Korean relationships and society.
Editorial note
We review entries like 정 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
정이 들다
to grow fond of, to become attached
정을 나누다
to share affection/bond
정이 많다
to be warm-hearted, to have a lot of 'jeong'
Related Expressions
유대감
yudaegam
sense of bond/solidarity
애정
aejeong
affection, love
우정
ujeong
friendship
사랑
sarang
love
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