Korean Dictionary
How to say "Taekkyeon" in Korean
“Taekkyeon” in Korean is 택견 (pronounced "Taekkyeon").
택견
Taekkyeon
Usage & Context
택견 is a traditional Korean martial art known for its fluid, dance-like movements and rhythmic footwork. It is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and one of Korea's oldest martial arts. Unlike Taekwondo, Taekkyeon emphasizes flexibility and flow over power.
Example Sentence
택견은 한국의 전통 무예이자 유네스코 유산이에요.
Taekkyeon is a traditional Korean martial art and UNESCO heritage.
How to use 택견 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Taekkyeon” is 택견, romanized as Taekkyeon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '택' (Taek), sounds like 'tack' in 'tackle'. The second syllable, '견' (kyeon), is pronounced like 'kyun' in 'kyun-do', with a soft 'y' sound, almost like 'kyun' as in 'cute' but with an 'n' at the end. The double 'ㄲ' (kk) in '택견' is a tense, unaspirated 'k' sound.
More Example Sentences
Describing the unique style of Taekkyeon to a friend.
택견은 부드러운 움직임이 특징이에요.
Taekkyeon is characterized by its fluid movements.
Recalling childhood aspirations related to martial arts.
어릴 때 택견을 배우고 싶었어요.
When I was young, I wanted to learn Taekkyeon.
Sharing an impression after seeing a Taekkyeon performance.
택견 시범을 보니 정말 멋있더라고요.
Watching the Taekkyeon demonstration was really cool.
Cultural Context
Taekkyeon is a traditional Korean martial art, distinct from Taekwondo, known for its graceful, dance-like movements and rhythmic footwork. It's a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, emphasizing flexibility and flow rather than brute force. You might see Taekkyeon demonstrations at cultural festivals or in historical K-dramas, showcasing its unique blend of martial prowess and artistic expression.
Editorial note
We review entries like 택견 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
택견을 수련하다
To practice Taekkyeon
택견 시범
Taekkyeon demonstration
전통 택견
Traditional Taekkyeon
Related Expressions
태권도
Taegwondo
Taekwondo (another Korean martial art)
무예
Muye
Martial arts
전통춤
Jeontongchum
Traditional dance
유네스코 유산
Yunesco Yusan
UNESCO heritage
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