Korean word

존경

Pronunciation

Romanizationchongyeong

Meaning

  • nounrespect

Example

그는 모두에게 존경을 받는다.keu neun mo du e ge chon gyeong eul pan neun da

He is respected by everyone.

Illustration for 존경 (respect)

More examples

나는 그의 인품에 존경을 느꼈다.na neun keu ui in pu me chon gyeong eul neu kkyeot tta

I felt respect for his character.

Core concept

A feeling that another person's qualities or achievements deserve special honor.

Common phrases

  • 존경을 얻다chon gyeong eul eot tta

    gain respect

  • 존경을 받는 사람chon gyeong eul pan neun sa ram

    person who is respected

Similar words

존중chonjung: A considerate attitude that values another person's rights, existence, and position.
경의kyeongui: A formal feeling of deep respect for someone greatly honored.
감탄kamtan: Warm admiration that arises when a person or achievement makes a strong impression.

Definition in Korean

다른 사람의 인격이나 업적을 높이 평가하여 공경하는 마음.ta reun sa ra mui in gyeo gi na eop jjeo geul no pi pyeong ga ha yeo kong gyeong ha neun ma eum

Word origin

존경 (jongyeong, "respect") comes from Sino-Korean elements that convey raising someone in esteem and treating that person with reverence.

Usage tips

  • The word is not limited to famous people, since it applies whenever someone's character or achievements earn high regard.

Opposites

Related words

  • 존경심chongyeongsimfeeling of respectnoun
  • 존경스러움chongyeongseureoumrespectabilitynoun

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