Korean Dictionary
How to say "Shamanic ritual" in Korean
“Shamanic ritual” in Korean is 무속 의식 (pronounced "Musok uisik").
무속 의식
Musok uisik
Usage & Context
Shamanic rituals are ceremonies performed by shamans to communicate with spirits. Korean shamanic rituals are colorful and involve music, dance, and offerings.
Example Sentence
무속 의식은 신비로웁니다.
Shamanic rituals are mystical.
How to use 무속 의식 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Shamanic ritual” is 무속 의식, romanized as Musok uisik.
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 무속 의식.
Pronunciation Guide
무 (mu) sounds like 'moo' as in a cow's sound. 속 (sok) sounds like 'soak' but with a crisp 'k' at the end. 의 (ui) is often pronounced like 'wee' here, and 식 (sik) sounds like 'sick'. Put it together: 'Moo-soak wee-sick'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing Korean culture with a friend.
한국에서는 아직도 무속 의식이 중요한 문화적 요소로 남아있어요.
In Korea, shamanic rituals still remain an important cultural element.
Sharing a recent viewing experience.
어제 TV에서 무속 의식 다큐멘터리를 봤는데 정말 신기하더라고요.
I watched a documentary about shamanic rituals on TV yesterday, and it was really fascinating.
Explaining a local tradition.
마을의 평화를 기원하는 무속 의식이 매년 열립니다.
A shamanic ritual praying for the village's peace is held every year.
Cultural Context
Korean shamanism (무속, musok) is deeply rooted in folk beliefs, often involving elaborate rituals called '굿' (gut) performed by shamans (무당, mudang). These rituals, which include music, dance, and offerings, are sought for various reasons like healing, fortune-telling, warding off evil spirits, or ensuring prosperity. Despite modernization, they still hold a place in society, especially in rural areas or for specific life events, and are sometimes depicted in K-dramas.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
무속 의식을 행하다
To perform a shamanic ritual
무속 의식에 참여하다
To participate in a shamanic ritual
전통 무속 의식
Traditional shamanic ritual
Related Expressions
굿
gut
Shamanic ritual/exorcism (more specific, often refers to the actual performance)
무당
mudang
Shaman
미신
misin
Superstition
제사
jesa
Ancestral rites
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