Korean Dictionary
How to say "Trade Surplus" in Korean
“Trade Surplus” in Korean is 무역 흑자 (pronounced "Muyeok heukja").
무역 흑자
Muyeok heukja
Usage & Context
When exports exceed imports. Korea has a strong trade surplus due to exports.
Example Sentence
무역 흑자가 많아요.
The trade surplus is large.
How to use 무역 흑자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Trade Surplus” is 무역 흑자, romanized as Muyeok heukja.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '무역' (muyeok), sounds like 'moo-yeok,' with 'moo' as in 'moon' and 'yeok' like 'yuck' but with a softer 'y' and a quick 'eok' sound. The 'k' is unreleased. The second part, '흑자' (heukja), sounds like 'heuk-ja,' where 'heuk' is like 'hook' but with a 'eu' vowel (similar to 'uh' in 'but') and 'ja' like 'jar.'
More Example Sentences
Reporting on national economic performance.
한국은 반도체 수출 덕분에 무역 흑자를 기록했어요.
Korea recorded a trade surplus thanks to semiconductor exports.
Discussing economic forecasts in a business meeting.
올해는 작년보다 무역 흑자 규모가 더 커질 것으로 예상돼요.
This year, the scale of the trade surplus is expected to be larger than last year.
General economic discussion or analysis.
지속적인 무역 흑자는 국가 경제에 긍정적인 영향을 줍니다.
A continuous trade surplus has a positive impact on the national economy.
Cultural Context
Korea, often dubbed an 'export powerhouse,' frequently discusses '무역 흑자' in its economic news. Achieving a trade surplus is a significant indicator of national economic health and competitiveness, especially in key industries like semiconductors, automobiles, and K-content. It's a point of national pride and a constant topic in economic policy discussions, reflecting Korea's reliance on global trade.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
무역 흑자를 기록하다
To record a trade surplus
대규모 무역 흑자
Large-scale trade surplus
무역 흑자 폭
Trade surplus margin/width
Related Expressions
무역 적자
Muyeok jeokja
Trade deficit
수출
Suchul
Export
수입
Suip
Import
경제 성장
Gyeongje seongjang
Economic growth
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