Korean Dictionary
How to say "Tithe" in Korean
“Tithe” in Korean is 십일조 (pronounced "Sipiljo").
십일조
Sipiljo
Usage & Context
A tithe is a tenth of income given to the church. Korean churches practice tithing as a form of religious giving.
Example Sentence
십일조를 드립니다.
I give tithes.
How to use 십일조 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Tithe” is 십일조, romanized as Sipiljo.
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 십일조.
Pronunciation Guide
The word 십일조 is pronounced 'Sip-eel-joe'. '십' sounds like 'ship' (as in a boat), '일' sounds like 'eel', and '조' sounds like 'joe' (as in the name). The syllables are pronounced distinctly with relatively even stress.
More Example Sentences
A church member preparing for Sunday service.
이번 달 십일조는 미리 준비했어요.
I prepared this month's tithe in advance.
Two friends discussing their religious beliefs.
십일조는 신앙의 표현이라고 생각해요.
I think tithing is an expression of faith.
During a church service announcement.
교회에서 십일조 봉투를 나눠줬어요.
The church handed out tithe envelopes.
Cultural Context
Tithing (십일조) is a very common and significant practice in many Korean Protestant churches, which are a prominent part of society. It's often viewed as a fundamental act of faith and commitment. Churches typically provide special envelopes for 십일조, where members often write their names and prayer requests, making it a visible and structured aspect of church finance and personal devotion.
Editorial note
We review entries like 십일조 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
십일조를 드리다
To give a tithe (formal/polite)
십일조를 하다
To tithe (general)
십일조 생활
Tithing life/practice
Related Expressions
헌금
Heongeum
Donation (general church offering)
봉헌
Bongheon
Offering (more formal, often for specific dedications)
예배
Yebae
Worship service
교회
Gyohoe
Church
More Religion Words
Master Korean with AI-Powered Learning
Practice Tithe and 10,000+ words with native pronunciation and AI conversation.
