English–Korean

“divorce” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationihon

Example

그들은 이혼을 했다.keu deu reun i ho neul haet tta

They got a divorce.

Illustration for 이혼 (divorce)

How to say “divorce” in Korean

“Divorce” in Korean is 이혼 (ihon).

The legal and official ending of a marriage between two people.

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

Example sentences with 이혼

그녀는 이미 이혼을 준비하고 있다.keu nyeo neun i mi i ho neul chun bi ha go it tta

She is already preparing for a divorce.

Tips for using 이혼

  • English speakers should distinguish divorce from simply living apart, because a couple can separate without legally ending the marriage.

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