English–Korean
“honor one's parents” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationhyodohada
Example
생일에 효도하려고 부모님께 선물을 드렸어요.saeng i re hyo do ha ryeo go pu mo nim kke seon mu reul teu ryeo sseo yo
I gave my parents a birthday gift to honor them.
How to say “honor one's parents” in Korean
“Honor one's parents” in Korean is 효도하다 (hyodohada).
Showing gratitude and respect for parents through practical care and support.
Example sentences with 효도하다
명절에는 부모님 집에 가서 식사를 준비하며 효도하려고 합니다.myeong jeo re neun pu mo nim chi be ka seo sik ssa reul chun bi ha myeo hyo do ha ryeo go ham ni da
During holidays, I go to my parents' home and prepare a meal to honor them.
Tips for using 효도하다
- English honor can sound formal or ceremonial, but this verb also fits ordinary acts of caring for parents, such as helping them or giving them support.