English–Korean

“conscience” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationyangsim

Example

그는 양심이 없어요.keu neun yang si mi eop sseo yo

He has no conscience.

Illustration for 양심 (conscience)

How to say “conscience” in Korean

“Conscience” in Korean is 양심 (yangsim).

An inner moral sense that recognizes right and wrong and makes someone feel responsible for their actions.

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

Example sentences with 양심

그는 양심에 따라 행동했다.keu neun yang si me tta ra haeng dong haet tta

He acted according to his conscience.

Tips for using 양심

  • In everyday Korean, saying that someone lacks this quality is a strong criticism, so it is better used carefully than as a casual joke.

“conscience” in other languages