Korean Dictionary
How to say "Restoration" in Korean
“Restoration” in Korean is 복원 (pronounced "Bokwon").
복원
Bokwon
Usage & Context
Returning a building to its original condition. Important for preserving historical structures.
Example Sentence
역사적 건물의 복원은 매우 중요해요.
Restoration of historical buildings is very important.
How to use 복원 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Restoration” is 복원, romanized as Bokwon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
복원 (Bokwon) sounds like 'Bock-won'. 'Bock' as in 'bock beer', and 'won' as in the Korean currency. The 'o' in '복' is a short, open 'o' sound. Stress is on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Discussing the challenges of historical preservation.
문화재 복원 작업은 시간과 노력이 많이 필요해요.
Cultural heritage restoration work requires a lot of time and effort.
Admiring a restored artwork at a gallery.
이 그림은 전문가의 손길로 완벽하게 복원되었어요.
This painting was perfectly restored by an expert's touch.
Sharing a successful experience with tech support.
데이터 복원 서비스로 중요한 파일을 되찾았어요.
I recovered important files with a data restoration service.
Cultural Context
"복원" is frequently used in the context of cultural heritage (문화재) in Korea. There's a strong emphasis on preserving historical sites, temples, and artifacts. Major restoration projects, like those for Gyeongbokgung Palace or Namdaemun Gate, receive significant public attention and government funding. It signifies returning something to its original, often historical, state.
Editorial note
We review entries like 복원 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
문화재 복원
Cultural heritage restoration
원형 복원
Original form restoration
데이터 복원
Data recovery/restoration
Related Expressions
재건
jaegeon
Rebuilding, reconstruction
보존
bojon
Preservation
수리
suri
Repair
복구
bokgu
Recovery, restoration (often for data, disaster relief)
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