Korean Dictionary
How to say "World Record" in Korean
“World Record” in Korean is 세계기록 (pronounced "segyae-girok").
세계기록
segyae-girok
Usage & Context
A world record is the best performance ever achieved in a sport globally. Setting a world record is the ultimate achievement for athletes.
Example Sentence
세계기록을 세웠어요.
I set a world record.
How to use 세계기록 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “World Record” is 세계기록, romanized as segyae-girok.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '세계기록' as 'seh-gyae-gee-rok'. 'Seh' sounds like 'set' without the 't'. 'Gyae' sounds like 'gay'. 'Gi' sounds like 'gee' in 'gee whiz'. 'Rok' sounds like 'rock'. The stress falls on 'seh' and 'gee'.
More Example Sentences
An excited sports fan watching a competition.
그 선수가 드디어 세계기록을 깼어요!
That athlete finally broke the world record!
A news report highlighting a national achievement.
한국 선수가 세계기록 보유자입니다.
A Korean athlete is the world record holder.
An interview with a young aspiring athlete.
세계기록 달성은 모든 선수들의 꿈이죠.
Achieving a world record is every athlete's dream.
Cultural Context
Breaking a '세계기록' (segyae-girok) is a monumental achievement that brings immense national pride in Korea. Athletes who achieve this, especially in sports like short track speed skating, figure skating, or archery, become national heroes. The news is often celebrated widely, and their accomplishments are a source of inspiration for many, reflecting Korea's competitive spirit and pursuit of excellence on the global stage.
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Common Phrases
세계기록을 세우다
to set a world record
세계기록을 깨다
to break a world record
세계기록 보유자
world record holder
Related Expressions
올림픽 기록
ollimpik girok
Olympic record
아시아 기록
asia girok
Asian record
개인 최고 기록
gaein choego girok
personal best record
신기록
singirok
new record
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