Korean Dictionary
How to say "Semiconductor" in Korean
“Semiconductor” in Korean is 반도체 (pronounced "bandoche").
반도체
bandoche
Usage & Context
A material used in electronic devices. Korea is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing with companies like Samsung and SK Hynix.
Example Sentence
반도체 산업이 중요해요.
The semiconductor industry is important.
How to use 반도체 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Semiconductor” is 반도체, romanized as bandoche.
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 반도체.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '반' like 'bahn' in German. '도' sounds like 'doe' (a female deer). '체' is like 'chay' as in 'chai tea' without the 'i'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Discussing Korea's economic strength in a business context.
한국은 세계 반도체 시장을 선도하고 있어요.
Korea is leading the global semiconductor market.
Explaining a product's advanced features to a customer.
이 스마트폰에는 최신 반도체 칩이 들어있어요.
This smartphone has the latest semiconductor chip.
Describing the intense operational demands of the industry.
반도체 공장은 24시간 가동돼요.
Semiconductor factories operate 24 hours a day.
Cultural Context
Korea is a global powerhouse in the semiconductor industry, with giants like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix leading the world. This term is frequently heard in Korean news, business discussions, and even daily conversations when talking about the economy or technological advancements. It's a significant source of national pride and a key driver of the Korean economy, often highlighted in discussions about Korea's technological prowess.
Editorial note
We review entries like 반도체 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
반도체 강국
semiconductor powerhouse
반도체 기술
semiconductor technology
반도체 부족 현상
semiconductor shortage phenomenon
Related Expressions
반도체 산업
bandoche saneop
semiconductor industry
반도체 칩
bandoche chip
semiconductor chip
메모리 반도체
memori bandoche
memory semiconductor
비메모리 반도체
bimemori bandoche
non-memory semiconductor
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