Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sacred" in Korean
“Sacred” in Korean is 거룩한 (pronounced "Georukhan").
거룩한
Georukhan
Usage & Context
Sacred refers to something holy or worthy of religious respect. In Korean culture, sacred spaces and objects are treated with reverence.
Example Sentence
이것은 거룩한 물건입니다.
This is a sacred object.
How to use 거룩한 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sacred” is 거룩한, romanized as Georukhan.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '거' (Geo), sounds like 'guh' in 'gutter'. The second syllable, '룩' (ruk), is similar to 'rook' in chess. The last syllable, '한' (han), sounds like 'han' in 'hand'.
More Example Sentences
Referring to a culturally significant natural landmark.
이 산은 우리 민족에게 거룩한 의미를 지닙니다.
This mountain holds sacred meaning for our people.
Describing a religious musical group.
그는 거룩한 성가대를 이끌고 있습니다.
He is leading the holy choir.
Explaining etiquette in a religious or revered site.
거룩한 장소에서는 조용히 해야 합니다.
You should be quiet in sacred places.
Cultural Context
거룩한 (georukhan) is primarily used in religious contexts, especially within Christianity and sometimes Buddhism, to describe something holy, sacred, or divine. It evokes a sense of reverence and purity. For instance, a church or temple might be referred to as a '거룩한 장소' (sacred place), or a religious text as '거룩한 말씀' (holy word). While '신성한' (sinseonghan) can also mean sacred, '거룩한' often carries a stronger connotation of spiritual purity and moral uprightness, particularly in Christian theology.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
거룩한 밤
Holy Night (as in Christmas carols)
거룩한 주일
Holy Sunday
거룩한 성전
Holy Temple/Sanctuary
Related Expressions
신성한
sinseonghan
divine, sacred (often used for objects/places)
성스러운
seongseureoun
holy, sacred (similar to 거룩한, slightly more poetic)
순결한
sun-gyeorhan
pure, chaste
경건한
gyeonggeonhan
pious, reverent
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