English–Korean
“intellectual” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationchisigin
Example
그는 지식인으로서 사회 문제에 관심이 많다.keu neun chi si gi neu ro seo sa hoe mun je e kwan si mi man ta
As an intellectual, he is very interested in social issues.
How to say “intellectual” in Korean
“Intellectual” in Korean is 지식인 (chisigin).
A person whose broad knowledge and learning shape how they understand society and ideas.
Example sentences with 지식인
그 토론회에는 지식인들이 많이 참석했다.keu to ron hoe e neun chi si gin deu ri ma ni cham seo kaet tta
Many intellectuals attended the discussion forum.
Tips for using 지식인
- In public writing and discussion, this word usually sounds more formal than a casual way to call someone well read or smart.