English–Korean

“wish” in Korean

Korean

Also소원 (sowon)

Pronunciation

Romanizationsomang

Example

아이의 소망은 새 장난감을 갖는 것이다.a i ui so mang eun sae chang nan ga meul kan neun keo si da

The child's wish is to have a new toy.

Illustration for 소망 (wish)

How to say “wish” in Korean

“Wish” in Korean is 소망 (somang).

A heartfelt focus on a desired event or state becoming real.

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

Example sentences with 소망

그녀의 소망은 언젠가 작가가 되는 것이다.keu nyeo ui so mang eun eon jen ga chak kka ga toe neun keo si da

Her wish is to become a writer someday.

Tips for using 소망

  • In formal writing, ceremonies, and set expressions, the word sounds more elevated than the everyday wording used in casual conversation.

Other Korean words for “wish”

생일 케이크에 소원을 빌었어.saeng il ke i keu e so wo neul pi reo sseo

I made a wish over my birthday cake.

“wish” in other languages