Korean Dictionary
How to say "Seismology" in Korean
“Seismology” in Korean is 지진학 (pronounced "Jijinhak").
지진학
Jijinhak
Usage & Context
The study of earthquakes. Korean seismologists monitor earthquake activity in the region.
Example Sentence
지진학은 지진을 연구하는 학문이다.
Seismology is the study of earthquakes.
How to use 지진학 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Seismology” is 지진학, romanized as Jijinhak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
지 (ji) sounds like 'jee' in 'jeep'. 진 (jin) sounds like 'jin' in 'jingle'. 학 (hak) sounds like 'hak' in 'hack'. The 'j' sounds are soft, similar to the 'j' in 'jam'. The 'h' in 'hak' is a strong, aspirated 'h'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing recent news about natural disasters.
최근 경주에서 지진이 자주 발생해서 지진학에 대한 관심이 높아졌어요.
As earthquakes have frequently occurred in Gyeongju recently, interest in seismology has increased.
Reporting on scientific monitoring.
지진학자들은 한반도의 지진 활동을 면밀히 관찰하고 있습니다.
Seismologists are closely observing earthquake activity on the Korean Peninsula.
Explaining the significance of a scientific discipline.
지진학은 지진 예측과 피해 경감을 위한 중요한 학문이에요.
Seismology is an important field for earthquake prediction and damage mitigation.
Cultural Context
While South Korea is not as prone to major earthquakes as neighboring Japan, there have been notable seismic events, particularly in the southeastern region (e.g., Gyeongju, Pohang). These events have significantly raised public awareness and government investment in seismology and earthquake preparedness. News reports often feature seismologists explaining earthquake phenomena, and earthquake drills are becoming more common in schools and public institutions.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
지진학 연구
Seismology research
지진학자
Seismologist
지진학 전공
Seismology major
Related Expressions
지진
jijin
Earthquake
지진계
jijin-gye
Seismograph
지진 예측
jijin yechik
Earthquake prediction
지구 과학
jigu gwahak
Earth science
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