Korean word

상

Pronunciation

Romanizationsang

Meaning

  • nounaward

Example

그 영화가 여러 부문에서 상을 받았어요.keu yeong hwa ga yeo reo pu mu ne seo sang eul pa da sseo yo

The movie received awards in several categories.

Illustration for 상 (award)

More examples

이번 대회에서는 상을 받는 사람이 많았어요.i beon tae hoe e seo neun sang eul pan neun sa ra mi ma na sseo yo

A lot of people received awards in this competition.

Core concept

Recognition given for excellent work or achievement, often represented by a trophy, money, title, or other honor.

Common phrases

  • 상을 받다sang eul pat tta

    receive an award

  • 상을 주다sang eul chu da

    present an award

  • 상을 타다sang eul ta da

    win an award

Similar words

상장sangjang: An official certificate that proves a prize or honor was received.
트로피teuropi: A decorative object presented to mark a victory or special achievement.
메달medal: A metal award presented for success in a contest or notable achievement.
상품sangpum: An item awarded as a prize in a contest or other event.

Definition in Korean

업적·작품·성과의 우수성을 인정하여 상패·트로피·상금이나 칭호 따위를 주는 행위 또는 그 결과로 주어지는 물건과 명예를 이르는 말.eop jjeok chak pum seong gwa ui u su seong eul in jeong ha yeo sang pae teu ro pi sang geu mi na ching ho tta wi reul chu neun haeng wi tto neun keu kyeol gwa ro chu eo ji neun mul geon gwa myeong ye reul i reu neun mal

Word origin

This noun is a Sino-Korean borrowing from a Chinese word for a reward given for merit.

Usage tips

  • English can use award as both a noun and a verb, but this Korean word is a noun and needs a separate verb for giving or receiving it.

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