English–Korean

“arm” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationpal

Example

그는 팔이 아프다.keu neun pa ri a peu da

His arm hurts.

Illustration for 팔 (arm)

How to say “arm” in Korean

“Arm” in Korean is 팔 (pal).

The body part that connects the shoulder to the hand and helps move, lift, or support things.

Full entry for 팔: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 팔

그는 넘어지는 아이를 잡으려고 팔을 내밀었다.keu neun neo meo ji neun a i reul cha beu ryeo go pa reul nae mi reot tta

He extended his arm to catch the falling child.

Tips for using 팔

  • In speech, context helps distinguish this body-part word from the separate word for eight, especially when numbers are being counted.

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