English–Korean
“overcome” in Korean
How to say “overcome” in Korean
“Overcome” in Korean is 극복하다 (keukppokada).
A difficulty is treated as something to get past so life or progress can return to its normal course.
Example sentences with 극복하다
그는 오랜 병을 극복했다.keu neun o raen pyeong eul keuk ppo kaet tta
He overcame a long illness.
Tips for using 극복하다
- In Korean reading passages, the noun before this verb often shows whether the challenge is a health problem, an emotional burden, or an obstacle to progress.
Other Korean words for “overcome”
힘든 시기를 이겨내고 있어요.him deun si gi reul i gyeo nae go i sseo yo
I'm getting through a difficult time.