Korean Dictionary
How to say "Thursday" in Korean
“Thursday” in Korean is 목요일 (pronounced "mok-yoil").
목요일
mok-yoil
Usage & Context
The word for Thursday, the fourth day of the work week. This is commonly used in schedules and weekly planning.
Example Sentence
목요일에 영화를 봐요.
I watch a movie on Thursday.
How to use 목요일 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Thursday” is 목요일, romanized as mok-yoil.
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 목요일.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "목" (mok), sounds like "mock" as in to mock someone. "요" (yo) is pronounced like the "yo" in "yogurt," and "일" (il) is similar to "eel." Combine them for a smooth "mock-yo-eel."
More Example Sentences
Asking a friend about their evening plans.
목요일 저녁에 약속 있어요?
Do you have plans on Thursday evening?
Discussing a deadline for work or school.
이번 주 목요일까지 제출해야 해요.
I have to submit it by this Thursday.
Expressing personal preference for a day.
목요일은 제가 제일 좋아하는 요일이에요.
Thursday is my favorite day of the week.
Cultural Context
In Korea, "목요일" (Thursday) is often seen as the last hurdle before the much-anticipated "불금" (bulgeum - "burning Friday") and the weekend. Many office workers or students might feel a collective sigh of relief as Thursday ends, looking forward to Friday evening. It's a day of anticipation for the upcoming leisure.
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Common Phrases
목요일 밤
Thursday night
이번 주 목요일
This Thursday
다음 주 목요일
Next Thursday
Related Expressions
월요일
wol-yoil
Monday
수요일
su-yoil
Wednesday
금요일
geum-yoil
Friday
주중
ju-jung
Weekday
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