Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sheep" in Korean
“Sheep” in Korean is 양 (pronounced "yang").
양
yang
Korean usage reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Last reviewed June 4, 2026.
This page checks meaning, pronunciation, politeness level, and common learner mistakes.
Usage & Context
A farm animal raised for wool and meat in Korea. Sheep are gentle creatures often featured in Korean children's media. They symbolize innocence and purity in Korean culture.
Example Sentence
양이 울음을 내요.
The sheep bleats.
How to use 양 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sheep” is 양, romanized as yang.
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 양.
Pronunciation Guide
"양" (yang) is pronounced like the "yang" in "yin and yang." The 'y' is like in "yes," and the 'a' is a short 'ah' sound as in "father," followed by a soft 'ng' sound as in "sing."
More Example Sentences
Observing farm animals or nature.
어린 양들이 풀밭에서 놀고 있어요.
Little lambs are playing in the grass.
Discussing clothing or materials.
양털 스웨터가 정말 따뜻해요.
A wool sweater is really warm.
Recommending a travel destination.
대관령 양떼목장은 한국의 유명한 관광지예요.
Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm is a famous tourist spot in Korea.
Cultural Context
Sheep (양) are often associated with innocence and gentleness in Korean culture, similar to Western perceptions. Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm in Pyeongchang is a very popular tourist destination, especially for families and couples, offering picturesque landscapes and the chance to interact with sheep. While not a traditional part of the Korean diet, lamb meat (양고기) has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in specialized restaurants.
Editorial note
We review entries like 양 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. Last reviewed June 4, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
양을 세다
To count sheep (to fall asleep)
양처럼 순하다
To be gentle like a sheep
양떼목장
Sheep farm
Related Expressions
양고기
yanggogi
lamb meat
양털
yangteol
wool
양떼
yangtte
flock of sheep
어린 양
eorin yang
lamb
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