English–Korean

“hero” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeongung

Example

그는 모두의 영웅이다.keu neun mo du ui yeong ung i da

He is everyone's hero.

Illustration for 영웅 (hero)

How to say “hero” in Korean

“Hero” in Korean is 영웅 (yeongung).

A person whose courage or sacrifice protects others and earns their deep respect.

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

Example sentences with 영웅

그는 동네에서 영웅으로 불린다.keu neun tong ne e seo yeong ung eu ro pul lin da

He is called a hero in the neighborhood.

Tips for using 영웅

  • Because it sounds grand, it suits public praise or a dramatic situation better than a casual thank-you for a small favor.

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