English–Korean

“failure” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationsilpae

Example

저는 실패를 두려워해요.cheo neun sil pae reul tu ryeo wo hae yo

I am scared of failure.

Illustration for 실패 (failure)

How to say “failure” in Korean

“Failure” in Korean is 실패 (silpae).

The unsuccessful result of an attempt or process that does not reach its goal.

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

Example sentences with 실패

작은 실패를 통해 더 강해질 수 있어요.cha geun sil pae reul tong hae teo kang hae jil ssu i sseo yo

You can become stronger through small failures.

Tips for using 실패

  • When children talk about trying something, this word describes what happened without labeling anyone as a bad person.

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