English–Korean
“punishment” in Korean
How to say “punishment” in Korean
“Punishment” in Korean is 벌 (peol).
An official or social response that makes wrongdoing carry a cost.
Example sentences with 벌
회사 규정 위반으로 벌을 받았어요.hoe sa kyu jeong wi ba neu ro peo reul pa da sseo yo
I was punished for breaking company rules.
Tips for using 벌
- English learners may expect this word to describe only formal legal action, but it also fits ordinary rule-based discipline.
Other Korean words for “punishment”
법을 어기면 처벌을 받는다.peo beul eo gi myeon cheo beo reul pan neun da
If you break the law, you will face punishment.