English–Korean
“tiger” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationhorangi
Example
영화에 호랑이가 나왔어요.yeong hwa e ho rang i ga na wa sseo yo
A tiger appeared in the movie.
How to say “tiger” in Korean
“Tiger” in Korean is 호랑이 (horangi).
A forest-dwelling wild cat known for its large body, stripes, and hunting ability.
Example sentences with 호랑이
동물원에서 호랑이를 봤어요.tong mu rwo ne seo ho rang i reul pwa sseo yo
I saw a tiger at the zoo.
Tips for using 호랑이
- When the word refers to a person rather than an animal, it suggests fear, strength, or authority, and the surrounding context decides the tone.