Korean Dictionary
How to say "Season" in Korean
“Season” in Korean is 계절 (pronounced "gyejeol").
계절
gyejeol
Usage & Context
The word for season, one of the four divisions of the year. This is commonly used in weather and climate discussions.
Example Sentence
봄은 내가 좋아하는 계절이에요.
Spring is my favorite season.
How to use 계절 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Season” is 계절, romanized as gyejeol.
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 계절.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "gye," sounds like the 'g' in "go" followed by the 'yeh' in "yes." The second syllable, "jeol," sounds like the 'j' in "jam" followed by 'eol,' which is similar to the 'uh-l' sound in "journal." The 'l' sound is soft and almost unreleased.
More Example Sentences
Describing Korea's climate to someone unfamiliar with it.
한국은 사계절이 뚜렷해요.
Korea has distinct four seasons.
Talking about personal preferences with a friend.
제가 가장 좋아하는 계절은 가을이에요.
My favorite season is autumn.
A parent advising their child during a change of weather.
이 계절에는 감기에 조심해야 해요.
You should be careful not to catch a cold this season.
Cultural Context
Korea is famous for its distinct four seasons, which heavily influence daily life, food, fashion, and even K-pop concepts. Spring (봄), Summer (여름), Autumn (가을), and Winter (겨울) each have their own unique charm and associated activities. For example, cherry blossoms in spring, beach trips in summer, vibrant foliage in autumn, and skiing in winter. This concept of distinct seasons is often a topic of conversation among Koreans.
Editorial note
We review entries like 계절 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
어떤 계절을 좋아하세요?
What season do you like?
계절이 바뀌었어요.
The season has changed.
계절 음식
Seasonal food
Related Expressions
봄
bom
Spring
여름
yeoreum
Summer
가을
gaeul
Autumn
겨울
gyeoul
Winter
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