English–Korean
“violence” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationpongnyeok
Example
폭력은 나쁜 행동입니다.pong nyeo geun na ppeun haeng dong im ni da
Violence is bad behavior.
How to say “violence” in Korean
“Violence” in Korean is 폭력 (pongnyeok).
Harm is imposed on someone through physical force, intimidation, or both.
Example sentences with 폭력
가해자는 폭력 행위를 인정했다.ka hae ja neun pong nyeok haeng wi reul in jeong haet tta
The perpetrator admitted committing an act of violence.
Tips for using 폭력
- English speakers often connect violence only with hitting, but this word also fits coercion and threats, making it useful in serious social and news contexts.