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Education plays a crucial role in every society. Whether you're a student, teacher, or just learning about the Korean education system, these 50 essential Korean words will help you navigate school and academic settings with ease.
General School Terms
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학교 (Hakgyo) - School
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초등학교 (Chodeunghakgyo) - Elementary school
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중학교 (Junghakgyo) - Middle school
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고등학교 (Godeunghakgyo) - High school
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대학교 (Daehakgyo) - University
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교실 (Gyosil) - Classroom
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강의실 (Ganguisil) - Lecture hall
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도서관 (Doseogwan) - Library
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운동장 (Undongjang) - Schoolyard
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기숙사 (Gisuksa) - Dormitory
People in Education
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학생 (Haksaeng) - Student
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선생님 (Seonsaengnim) - Teacher
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교수님 (Gyosunim) - Professor
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교장 (Gyojang) - Principal
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동급생 (Donggeupsaeng) - Classmate
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후배 (Hubae) - Junior (in school)
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선배 (Seonbae) - Senior (in school)
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조교 (Jogyo) - Teaching assistant
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학부모 (Hakbumo) - Parent of a student
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상담 교사 (Sangdam gyosa) - School counselor
Subjects and Courses
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국어 (Gugeo) - Korean language
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영어 (Yeongeo) - English
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수학 (Suhak) - Mathematics
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과학 (Gwahak) - Science
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사회 (Sahoe) - Social studies
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역사 (Yeoksa) - History
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예술 (Yesul) - Art
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체육 (Cheyuk) - Physical education
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음악 (Eumak) - Music
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철학 (Cheolhak) - Philosophy
School Supplies and Equipment
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책 (Chaek) - Book
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공책 (Gongchaek) - Notebook
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연필 (Yeonpil) - Pencil
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볼펜 (Bolpen) - Ballpoint pen
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지우개 (Jiugae) - Eraser
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필통 (Piltong) - Pencil case
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교과서 (Gyogwaseo) - Textbook
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칠판 (Chilpan) - Blackboard
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책상 (Chaeksang) - Desk
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의자 (Uija) - Chair
Exams and Academic Performance
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시험 (Siheom) - Exam
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과제 (Gwaje) - Assignment
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성적 (Seongjeok) - Grade
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졸업 (Joreop) - Graduation
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학위 (Hakwi) - Degree
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연구 (Yeongu) - Research
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논문 (Nonmun) - Thesis
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장학금 (Janghakgeum) - Scholarship
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학기 (Hakgi) - Semester
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출석 (Chulseok) - Attendance