Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wedding ceremony" in Korean
“Wedding ceremony” in Korean is 결혼식 (pronounced "Gyeolhonsik").
결혼식
Gyeolhonsik
Usage & Context
A wedding ceremony is a religious or civil ritual uniting two people in marriage. Korean wedding ceremonies blend traditional and modern elements.
Example Sentence
결혼식은 아름다웠습니다.
The wedding ceremony was beautiful.
How to use 결혼식 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wedding ceremony” is 결혼식, romanized as Gyeolhonsik.
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 결혼식.
Pronunciation Guide
결 (Gyeol) sounds like 'gyul' in 'gyrate' or 'gull' but with a 'y' sound. 혼 (hon) sounds like 'hone' as in 'hone skills'. 식 (sik) sounds like 'sick'. Together: 'Gyul-hon-sik'.
More Example Sentences
Casual conversation with a friend.
친구 결혼식에 초대받았어요.
I was invited to my friend's wedding ceremony.
Asking a friend who is getting married.
결혼식 준비는 잘 되어가요?
How are the wedding preparations going?
Explaining Korean customs to a foreigner.
한국 결혼식은 보통 뷔페가 나와요.
Korean wedding ceremonies usually have a buffet.
Cultural Context
Korean wedding ceremonies (결혼식) are often a blend of Western and traditional elements. Many couples opt for a Western-style ceremony in a wedding hall, followed by a quick traditional 폐백 (pyebaek) ceremony for family elders. Guests typically give cash gifts (축의금 - chuk-ui-geum) in an envelope. The atmosphere is usually quite festive, often with a buffet meal.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
결혼식에 가다
To go to a wedding ceremony
결혼식을 올리다
To hold a wedding ceremony
결혼식 축가
Wedding congratulatory song
Related Expressions
결혼
Gyeolhon
Marriage, wedding (as an event)
신랑
Sillang
Groom
신부
Sinbu
Bride
하객
Hagaek
Wedding guest
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