English–Korean

“person on duty” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationtangbeon

Example

이번 주 당번은 저예요.i beon chu tang beo neun cheo ye yo

I'm on duty this week.

Illustration for 당번 (person on duty)

How to say “person on duty” in Korean

“Person on duty” in Korean is 당번 (tangbeon).

The person whose turn it is to handle a scheduled responsibility.

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

Example sentences with 당번

내일 당번을 해서 일찍 와야 해요.nae il tang beo neul hae seo il jjik wa ya hae yo

I have to come early tomorrow because I'm on duty.

Tips for using 당번

  • The word fits a roster or timetable, so it helps describe organized turn-taking rather than a permanent job or role.

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