Korean Dictionary
How to say "Religious freedom" in Korean
“Religious freedom” in Korean is 종교의 자유 (pronounced "Jonggyo-ui jayou").
종교의 자유
Jonggyo-ui jayou
Usage & Context
Religious freedom is the right to practice any religion. Korea guarantees religious freedom as a constitutional right.
Example Sentence
종교의 자유는 기본권입니다.
Religious freedom is a fundamental right.
How to use 종교의 자유 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Religious freedom” is 종교의 자유, romanized as Jonggyo-ui jayou.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '종교' (jonggyo), sounds like 'jong' (as in 'song' with a 'j') followed by 'gyo' (like 'yo' but with a 'g' sound). The particle '의' (ui) is often pronounced like 'e' (as in 'eh') when it indicates possession or relation. '자유' (jayu) sounds like 'ja' (as in 'jar') followed by 'yu' (like the English word 'you'). Put it together: 'Jong-gyo-e ja-yu'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing constitutional rights in Korea.
대한민국 헌법은 종교의 자유를 보장합니다.
The Constitution of the Republic of Korea guarantees religious freedom.
A general statement about human rights.
모든 사람은 종교의 자유를 누릴 권리가 있습니다.
Every person has the right to enjoy religious freedom.
Explaining the principles of democracy.
종교의 자유는 민주주의 사회의 중요한 가치입니다.
Religious freedom is an important value in a democratic society.
Cultural Context
South Korea is known for its diverse religious landscape, with a significant presence of Christianity (Protestantism and Catholicism) and Buddhism, alongside other faiths. The country's constitution explicitly guarantees religious freedom, and there's a clear separation of church and state (정교분리, jeonggyobunri). However, religious organizations play a visible role in society, from charity work to education, and discussions around religious freedom sometimes arise in public discourse, for example, regarding conscientious objection to military service.
Editorial note
We review entries like 종교의 자유 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
종교의 자유를 보장하다
to guarantee religious freedom
종교의 자유를 침해하다
to infringe on religious freedom
종교의 자유가 있다
to have religious freedom
Related Expressions
기본권
gibongwon
fundamental right
종교
jonggyo
religion
자유
jayu
freedom
종교 탄압
jonggyo tanap
religious oppression
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