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Society is built upon various social structures, relationships, and institutions. Whether you're discussing government, community, or social values, these 50 essential Korean words will help you engage in conversations about society and culture.
General Society Terms
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사회 (Sahoe) - Society
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공동체 (Gongdongche) - Community
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문화 (Munhwa) - Culture
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전통 (Jeontong) - Tradition
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현대 (Hyeondae) - Modern times
Government and Politics
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정부 (Jeongbu) - Government
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정치 (Jeongchi) - Politics
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법 (Beop) - Law
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선거 (Seongeo) - Election
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국회 (Gukhoe) - National Assembly
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대통령 (Daetongryeong) - President
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시장 (Sijang) - Mayor
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경찰 (Gyeongchal) - Police
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군대 (Gundae) - Military
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민주주의 (Minjujuui) - Democracy
Economy and Work
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경제 (Gyeongje) - Economy
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직업 (Jigeop) - Job
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노동 (Nodong) - Labor
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월급 (Wolgeup) - Salary
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은행 (Eunhaeng) - Bank
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주식 (Jusik) - Stock market
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세금 (Segum) - Tax
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부자 (Buja) - Wealthy person
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가난 (Ganan) - Poverty
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사업 (Saeop) - Business
Social Issues
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인권 (Ingwon) - Human rights
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차별 (Chabyeol) - Discrimination
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평등 (Pyeongdeung) - Equality
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범죄 (Beomjoe) - Crime
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폭력 (Pongnyeok) - Violence
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실업 (Sileop) - Unemployment
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주거 문제 (Jugeo munje) - Housing problem
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환경 보호 (Hwangyeong boho) - Environmental protection
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복지 (Bokji) - Welfare
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교육 기회 (Gyoyuk gihoe) - Educational opportunity
Family and Relationships
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가족 (Gajok) - Family
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결혼 (Gyeolhon) - Marriage
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이혼 (Ihon) - Divorce
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친구 (Chingu) - Friend
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연애 (Yeonae) - Dating
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부모님 (Bumonim) - Parents
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자녀 (Janyeo) - Children
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노인 (Noin) - Elderly
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청소년 (Cheongsonyeon) - Teenager
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육아 (Yuka) - Childcare
Media and Communication
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뉴스 (Nyuseu) - News
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신문 (Sinmun) - Newspaper
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방송 (Bangsong) - Broadcasting
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SNS (SNS) - Social media
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인터넷 (Inteonet) - Internet