Korean Dictionary
How to say "Scoop" in Korean
“Scoop” in Korean is 특종 (pronounced "teukjong").
특종
teukjong
Usage & Context
A scoop is an exclusive news story that a journalist or outlet reports before anyone else. Getting a scoop is considered a major achievement in Korean journalism.
Example Sentence
그 기자는 대형 특종을 잡았다.
The journalist landed a major scoop.
How to use 특종 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Scoop” is 특종, romanized as teukjong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Say 'teuk' like 'took' but with a tighter 'eu' vowel, similar to the 'u' in 'put' but shorter and sharper. 'Jong' rhymes with 'song' but with a 'j' sound at the beginning, like 'jong' in 'jungle'.
More Example Sentences
Describing a newspaper's success with exclusive news.
그 신문사는 연예계 스캔들로 대형 특종을 터뜨렸다.
That newspaper broke a major scoop with an entertainment scandal.
Highlighting the effort involved in getting a scoop.
기자들은 밤샘 취재 끝에 드디어 특종을 잡았다.
After an all-night investigation, the reporters finally landed a scoop.
Discussing media competition over a news event.
이 사건은 여러 언론사들이 특종 경쟁을 벌이게 만들었다.
This incident led to several media outlets competing for a scoop.
Cultural Context
In Korean journalism, securing a '특종' (exclusive scoop) is highly valued and can significantly boost a reporter's or media outlet's reputation. The competition for scoops is fierce, often depicted in K-dramas and films focusing on the media industry. A '특종' can lead to widespread public discussion, influence public opinion, and even impact political or social landscapes, making it a powerful tool in the Korean media ecosystem.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
특종을 터뜨리다.
To break a scoop (to publish a scoop).
특종을 잡다.
To land a scoop (to get a scoop).
특종 경쟁.
Scoop competition.
Related Expressions
단독 보도
dandok bodo
exclusive report
속보
sokbo
breaking news
기자
gija
reporter
뉴스
nyuseu
news
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