Korean word

불교

Pronunciation

Romanizationpulgyo

Meaning

  • nounBuddhism

Example

우리 가족은 불교를 믿어요.u ri ka jo geun pul gyo reul mi deo yo

Our family believes in Buddhism.

Illustration for 불교 (Buddhism)

More examples

시골에는 불교 사찰이 많아요.si go re neun pul gyo sa cha ri ma na yo

There are many Buddhist temples in the countryside.

Core concept

A religious path that seeks to reduce suffering through the Buddha's teachings and lead to enlightenment.

Common phrases

  • 불교 신자pul gyo sin ja

    Buddhist believer

  • 불교 사찰pul gyo sa chal

    Buddhist temple

  • 불교 의식pul gyo ui sik

    Buddhist ritual

Similar words

기독교kidokkkyo: A religion founded on Jesus's teachings and centered on salvation and love.
천주교cheonjugyo: A Christian church and faith organized around Catholic tradition, sacred rites, and the pope.
개신교kaesingyo: A Christian tradition formed from Protestant teachings and beliefs.
무교mugyo: A state of having no religion or religious affiliation.

Definition in Korean

삶의 고통을 줄이고 깨달음에 이르는 길을 제시하는 가르침과 그 전통.sal mui ko tong eul chu ri go kkae da reu me i reu neun ki reul che si ha neun ka reu chim gwa keu cheon tong

Word origin

The word developed from Sino-Korean elements for Buddha and teaching, which makes its meaning easy to connect with a tradition centered on the Buddha's guidance.

Usage tips

  • In Korean conversations about religious affiliation, this noun can serve as a brief answer without needing a longer explanation.

Opposites

  • 무교mugyono religionnoun

Related words

  • 불교도pulgyodoBuddhistnoun
  • 불교적pulgyojeokBuddhistadjective

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