Korean Dictionary
How to say "Candlelight Protests" in Korean
“Candlelight Protests” in Korean is 촛불 집회 (pronounced "chosbul jibohe").
촛불 집회
chosbul jibohe
Usage & Context
Candlelight protests (촛불 집회) are peaceful demonstrations held in Korean public squares. The most notable were in 2016-2017, leading to the impeachment of President Park Geun-hye. These protests showcased Korea vibrant civil society.
Example Sentence
촛불 집회는 한국 민주주의의 힘을 보여줬어요.
The candlelight protests showed the power of Korean democracy.
How to use 촛불 집회 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Candlelight Protests” is 촛불 집회, romanized as chosbul jibohe.
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Pronunciation Guide
촛 (chot) sounds like 'choht' with 'o' as in 'boat' and a soft 't' sound at the end. 불 (bul) sounds like 'bool' as in 'pool'. 집 (jip) sounds like 'jeep' but with a shorter 'i' sound, like 'jip' in 'gypsy'. 회 (hoe) sounds like 'hweh' or 'hway' (like 'way' with an 'h' sound before it). Combine: 'choht-bool-jeep-hweh'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing the legacy of the protests.
촛불 집회는 평화로운 시위 문화의 상징이 되었어요.
Candlelight protests have become a symbol of peaceful protest culture.
Describing public participation in a historical event.
많은 시민들이 촛불 집회에 참여하여 목소리를 냈습니다.
Many citizens participated in the candlelight protests and made their voices heard.
Expressing an opinion on the impact of the protests.
촛불 집회 덕분에 사회가 더 투명해졌다고 생각해요.
I think society has become more transparent thanks to the candlelight protests.
Cultural Context
The 촛불 집회 (Candlelight Protests) are a powerful symbol of South Korean civil society and democratic maturity. Unlike many protests globally, they are renowned for their peaceful, organized, and family-friendly atmosphere, often featuring cultural performances and clean-up efforts. The 2016-2017 protests, in particular, demonstrated the public's ability to hold power accountable, leading to the impeachment of a president through constitutional means. This unique form of protest is often highlighted as a model for democratic activism.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
촛불을 들다
To hold a candle (participate in candlelight protest)
촛불 정신
Candlelight spirit (spirit of civic engagement and democracy)
평화로운 촛불 집회
Peaceful candlelight protest
Related Expressions
시위
siwi
Protest, demonstration
민주주의
minjujuui
Democracy
시민 운동
simin undong
Citizen's movement
탄핵
tanhaek
Impeachment
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