English–Korean

“root” in Korean

Korean

Also뿌리 (ppuri)

Pronunciation

Romanizationkeunbon

Example

문제의 근본을 먼저 살펴보자.mun je ui keun bo neul meon jeo sal pyeo bo ja

Let's first look at the root of the problem.

Illustration for 근본 (root)

How to say “root” in Korean

“Root” in Korean is 근본 (keunbon).

The fundamental source or basis from which a thing's character and direction arise.

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

Example sentences with 근본

회사의 근본을 다지는 것이 필요하다.hoe sa ui keun bo neul ta ji neun keo si pi ryo ha da

The company's foundation needs to be strengthened.

Tips for using 근본

  • For people, the word can refer to background or character and may sound judgmental in negative descriptions, so neutral wording helps keep the tone respectful.

Other Korean words for “root”

나무 뿌리가 깊다.na mu ppu ri ga kip tta

The tree's roots are deep.

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