English–Korean

“genius” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationcheonjae

Example

그는 천재예요.keu neun cheon jae ye yo

He is a genius.

Illustration for 천재 (genius)

How to say “genius” in Korean

“Genius” in Korean is 천재 (cheonjae).

A person whose natural ability is far beyond ordinary skill, often in a particular area.

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

Example sentences with 천재

어릴 때부터 주변 사람들은 그를 천재라고 불렀어요.eo ril ttae bu teo chu byeon sa ram deu reun keu reul cheon jae ra go pul leo sseo yo

Since childhood, people around him called him a genius.

Tips for using 천재

  • In everyday speech, it can be an enthusiastic compliment or playful exaggeration, not only a serious judgment of exceptional ability.

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