Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wrestling" in Korean
“Wrestling” in Korean is 레슬링 (pronounced "reseulling").
레슬링
reseulling
Usage & Context
Wrestling is an Olympic sport with a competitive tradition in Korea. The sport requires strength, technique, and strategic thinking.
Example Sentence
레슬링은 힘이 필요해요.
Wrestling requires strength.
How to use 레슬링 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wrestling” is 레슬링, romanized as reseulling.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '레슬링', say 'Re-seul-ling'. 'Re' sounds like 'reh' in 'red', 'seul' is like 'suhl' in 'sultan', and 'ling' sounds like 'ling' in 'singing'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing the challenges and rewards of wrestling.
레슬링은 정말 힘든 운동이지만, 그만큼 성취감도 커요.
Wrestling is a really tough sport, but the sense of accomplishment is just as great.
Sharing a childhood memory.
어릴 때 형이랑 레슬링하다가 맨날 혼났어요.
When I was young, I used to get scolded all the time for wrestling with my older brother.
Commenting on the national team's performance.
한국 레슬링은 올림픽에서 꾸준히 메달을 따왔습니다.
Korean wrestling has consistently won medals in the Olympics.
Cultural Context
While not as widely practiced as Taekwondo or Judo, wrestling has a strong competitive tradition in Korea, especially in the Olympic context. Korean wrestlers have historically performed well, particularly in Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling, bringing national pride. The sport is known for its rigorous training and discipline. It's important to distinguish '레슬링' from traditional Korean wrestling, 씨름 (ssireum), which is a distinct cultural sport often seen during holidays like Chuseok.
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Common Phrases
레슬링 선수
wrestler
레슬링 경기
wrestling match
레슬링 기술
wrestling technique
Related Expressions
씨름
ssireum
traditional Korean wrestling
격투기
gyeoktugi
martial arts / combat sports
힘
him
strength / power
기술
giseul
technique
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