Korean Dictionary
How to say "Robbery" in Korean
“Robbery” in Korean is 강도 (pronounced "Gangdo").
강도
Gangdo
Usage & Context
Taking property from someone by force or threat. Robbery is a serious violent crime in South Korea.
Example Sentence
강도는 폭력 범죄입니다.
Robbery is a violent crime.
How to use 강도 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Robbery” is 강도, romanized as Gangdo.
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 강도.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 강 (gang), sounds just like the English word "gang." The second syllable, 도 (do), rhymes with "doe" (as in a female deer). The stress is fairly even across both syllables.
More Example Sentences
A news report about a crime.
경찰은 은행 강도 사건을 수사 중입니다.
The police are investigating the bank robbery case.
A friend giving a warning.
밤늦게 혼자 다니면 강도를 조심해야 해요.
If you walk alone late at night, you should be careful of robbers.
Discussing a movie's plot.
그 영화는 강도들의 이야기를 다루고 있어요.
That movie deals with the story of robbers.
Cultural Context
While '강도' refers to the act of robbery, it can also refer to the robber themselves. Violent crimes like robbery are relatively low in South Korea compared to some other countries, but when they occur, they are widely reported and cause significant public concern. K-dramas often feature police procedural plots where '강도' cases are central to the storyline, highlighting the investigative process and the societal impact.
Editorial note
We review entries like 강도 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
강도 사건
Robbery case
강도를 당하다
To be robbed
은행 강도
Bank robbery/robber
Related Expressions
절도
jeolto
Theft (without force)
강도범
gangdobom
Robber (person)
강도질
gangdojil
Act of robbery (colloquial)
강탈
gangtal
Extortion, forceful seizure
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