English–Korean

“lunar new year” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationseol

Example

설에 가족과 모여요.seo re ka jok kkwa mo yeo yo

We get together with family for Lunar New Year.

Illustration for 설 (lunar new year)

How to say “lunar new year” in Korean

“Lunar new year” in Korean is 설 (seol).

The first day of the lunar year with the family gatherings and holiday customs that surround it.

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

Example sentences with 설

설 연휴에는 여행을 가요.seol yeon hyu e neun yeo haeng eul ka yo

We travel during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Tips for using 설

  • The date of the Lunar New Year changes each year because it follows the lunar calendar, so calendars are useful when arranging travel or family plans.

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