English–Korean
“authority” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationkwonwi
Example
그는 권위가 있는 교수다.keu neun kwo nwi ga in neun kyo su da
He is an authoritative professor.
How to say “authority” in Korean
“Authority” in Korean is 권위 (kwonwi).
A respected position gives a person or institution the power to influence others.
Example sentences with 권위
학생들이 그의 경력에 권위를 인정했다.hak ssaeng deu ri keu ui kyeong nyeo ge kwo nwi reul in jeong haet tta
The students recognized the authority his career had given him.
Tips for using 권위
- The term suits professors, experts, leaders, and institutions whose reputation gives their opinions extra weight, even without formal power.