Korean word

영광

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeonggwang

Meaning

  • nounhonor

Example

초대해 주셔서 영광입니다. 감사합니다.cho dae hae chu syeo seo yeong gwang im ni da kam sa ham ni da

I'm honored that you invited me. Thank you.

Illustration for 영광 (honor)

More examples

이 상을 받게 되어 영광입니다.i sang eul pat kke toe eo yeong gwang im ni da

It is an honor to receive this award.

Core concept

A bright feeling of honor that comes from being recognized, praised, or invited.

Common phrases

  • 영광입니다yeong gwang im ni da

    honor

  • 큰 영광keun yeong gwang

    a great honor

  • 영광으로 생각하다yeong gwang eu ro saeng ga ka da

    consider it an honor

Similar words

명예myeongye: A respected social position that reflects how highly people value a person or group.
영예yeongye: Formal recognition given as an award or other public honor.

Definition in Korean

누군가의 초대나 칭찬을 받아 자기가 영예롭다고 느끼는 감정이나 그 상태를 가리키는 말.nu gun ga ui cho dae na ching cha neul pa da cha gi ga yeong ye rop tta go neu kki neun kam jeong i na keu sang tae reul ka ri ki neun mal

Word origin

The Sino-Korean formation combines the ideas of glory and light, creating a memorable image of honor that shines.

Usage tips

  • In formal replies, 영광 (yeonggwang, "honor") presents an invitation or praise as a privilege, making it a useful polite alternative to simply saying thanks.

Other meanings

  • glorynoun

Opposites

  • 치욕chiyokdisgracenoun
  • 굴욕kuryokhumiliationnoun

Related words

  • 영광스럽다yeonggwangseureopttahonoredadjective
  • 영광스러움yeonggwangseureoumhonornoun

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