Korean Dictionary

How to say "Virtual Class" in Korean

Virtual Class” in Korean is 가상 수업 (pronounced "Gasang Sueop").

가상 수업

Gasang Sueop

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Usage & Context

Virtual classes (가상 수업) became widespread in Korean education during the pandemic and have remained a flexible learning option. Korean universities offer hybrid and fully virtual course formats using platforms like Zoom and proprietary learning management systems. Challenges include maintaining student engagement and managing online exam integrity in virtual settings.

Example Sentence

가상 수업에서는 집에서 공부할 수 있어요.

In virtual class, you can study from home.

How to use 가상 수업 naturally

Quick answer

The Korean word for “Virtual Class” is 가상 수업, romanized as Gasang Sueop.

Usage tip

Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.

Common mistake

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Pronunciation Guide

가상 (gasang) sounds like 'gah' in 'garage' followed by 'sahng' in 'song' but with a slightly softer 'a'. 수업 (sueop) sounds like 'soo' in 'soon' followed by 'uhp' (like 'up' but with a slightly more rounded 'o' sound). Together: 'Gah-sahng Soo-uhp.'

More Example Sentences

A university student talking to a friend about their class schedule.

이번 학기에는 가상 수업이 많아서 학교에 갈 일이 별로 없어요.

This semester there are many virtual classes, so I don't go to school much.

Someone appreciating the flexibility of online education.

가상 수업은 시간과 장소 제약이 없어서 좋아요.

Virtual classes are good because there are no time or place restrictions.

A student observing the strictness of their online professor.

가상 수업인데도 교수님이 출석 체크를 철저히 하세요.

Even though it's a virtual class, the professor checks attendance thoroughly.

Cultural Context

가상 수업 (virtual class) became a norm in Korean education during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains a popular flexible learning option. Korean universities and schools quickly adapted, utilizing platforms like Zoom. While offering convenience, challenges like maintaining student engagement and ensuring exam integrity in a virtual setting are ongoing considerations for educators.

Editorial note

We review entries like 가상 수업 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

가상 수업 듣다

To take a virtual class

가상 수업 참여

Participate in a virtual class

가상 수업 환경

Virtual class environment

Related Expressions

온라인 수업

onrain sueop

Online class

비대면 수업

bidaemyeon sueop

Non-face-to-face class

원격 수업

won-gyeok sueop

Remote class

화상 강의

hwasang gangui

Video lecture/class

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