Korean Dictionary
How to say "Renaissance" in Korean
“Renaissance” in Korean is 르네상스 (pronounced "Reunesangseu").
르네상스
Reunesangseu
Usage & Context
The historical period of cultural rebirth in Europe. Studied in Korean art history as a foundational period for Western art.
Example Sentence
르네상스는 미술의 중요한 시대입니다.
The Renaissance is an important period in art history.
How to use 르네상스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Renaissance” is 르네상스, romanized as Reunesangseu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word is pronounced 'Reu-ne-sang-seu'. 'Reu' sounds like 'roo' in 'kangaroo' but shorter. 'Ne' is like 'neh' in 'net'. 'Sang' is like 'sang' in 'sang a song'. 'Seu' is like 'suh' in 'sugar' but with a very light 's' sound at the end.
More Example Sentences
Discussing art history in a class or documentary.
르네상스 시대의 예술가들은 인간 중심의 작품을 많이 만들었어요.
Artists of the Renaissance era created many human-centered works.
Talking about historical periods with friends.
이탈리아 르네상스는 서양 문명의 중요한 전환점이었죠.
The Italian Renaissance was a crucial turning point for Western civilization.
Observing a vibrant cultural scene in a city.
요즘 이 도시에 문화 르네상스가 찾아온 것 같아요.
It feels like a cultural renaissance has arrived in this city recently.
Cultural Context
The term '르네상스' (Renaissance) is widely recognized in Korea, primarily in the context of Western art history, literature, and general education. It's a standard academic term taught in schools and universities. While it refers to a specific historical period, it can also be used metaphorically to describe a 'rebirth' or 'flourishing' in any field, much like in English, such as '문화 르네상스' (cultural renaissance) or '경제 르네상스' (economic renaissance).
Editorial note
We review entries like 르네상스 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
르네상스 미술
Renaissance art
르네상스 시대
Renaissance era
문화 르네상스
Cultural renaissance
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Inmunjuui
Humanism
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