English–Korean

“sincerity” in Korean

Korean

Also성실 (seongsil) · 성의 (seongui)

Pronunciation

Romanizationcheongseong

Example

선생님은 학생들에게 정성을 다해 가르친다.seon saeng ni meun hak ssaeng deu re ge cheong seong eul ta hae ka reu chin da

The teacher teaches the students with complete sincerity.

Illustration for 정성 (sincerity)

How to say “sincerity” in Korean

“Sincerity” in Korean is 정성 (cheongseong).

A sincere devotion that turns careful attention and effort into a thoughtful result.

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

Example sentences with 정성

선물에 정성을 담아 포장했다.seon mu re cheong seong eul ta ma po jang haet tta

I wrapped the gift with heartfelt care.

Tips for using 정성

  • English sincerity can sound like an inner feeling, while this word often highlights the time and care shown through action.

Other Korean words for “sincerity”

그의 성실은 동료들에게 잘 알려져 있다.keu ui seong si reun tong nyo deu re ge chal al lyeo jeo it tta

His sincerity is well known to his colleagues.

사과할 때는 성의를 보여야 한다.sa gwa hal ttae neun seong ui reul po yeo ya han da

You should show sincerity when you apologize.

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