Korean Dictionary
How to say "September" in Korean
“September” in Korean is 9월 (pronounced "gu-wol").
9월
gu-wol
Usage & Context
The word for September, the ninth month of the year. This is commonly used in dates and back-to-school season.
Example Sentence
9월에 학교가 시작돼요.
School starts in September.
How to use 9월 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “September” is 9월, romanized as gu-wol.
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 9월.
Pronunciation Guide
구 (gu) sounds like 'goo' (as in a sticky substance). 월 (wol) is pronounced like 'wore' or 'wall' with an 'oh' sound and a soft 'l'. Together, it flows as 'goo-wore'.
More Example Sentences
Observing the seasonal change from summer to autumn.
9월부터 날씨가 시원해지기 시작해요.
The weather starts to get cooler from September.
Discussing the timing of a major traditional holiday.
추석은 보통 9월이나 10월에 있어요.
Chuseok is usually in September or October.
Talking about the school calendar.
새 학년은 9월에 시작해요.
The new academic year starts in September.
Cultural Context
September marks the beginning of autumn in Korea, bringing cooler, pleasant weather after the intense summer heat. It's often considered one of the best months to visit due to the comfortable temperatures and clear skies. Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving), one of the biggest holidays, usually falls in September or early October, leading to major travel within the country as families gather.
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Common Phrases
9월 학기
September semester
9월에 만나요.
See you in September.
9월 모의고사
September mock exam (for students)
Related Expressions
가을
gaeul
Autumn/Fall
추석
Chuseok
Korean Thanksgiving
개학
gaehak
Start of school (after vacation)
선선하다
seonseonhada
To be cool/refreshing (weather)
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