English–Korean

“power” in Korean

Korean

Also세력 (seryeok) · 전원 (cheonwon)

Pronunciation

Romanizationkwollyeok

Example

권력은 위험할 수 있다.kwol lyeo geun wi heom hal ssu it tta

Power can be dangerous.

Illustration for 권력 (power)

How to say “power” in Korean

“Power” in Korean is 권력 (kwollyeok).

The ability to shape other people's choices because of one's role, control, or standing.

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

Example sentences with 권력

그는 권력을 남용해서 비난을 받았다.keu neun kwol lyeo geul na myong hae seo pi na neul pa dat tta

He was criticized for abusing his power.

Tips for using 권력

  • It does not mean only lawful authority, because it can describe influence that comes from a position even when the speaker views that power critically.

Other Korean words for “power”

그 지역에는 오래된 세력이 있다.keu chi yeo ge neun o rae doen se ryeo gi it tta

There has long been a powerful group in that region.

휴대폰 전원을 껐어요.hyu dae pon cheo nwo neul kkeo sseo yo

I turned off my phone.

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