Korean word

초청

Pronunciation

Romanizationchocheong

Meaning

  • nouninvitation

Example

저는 결혼식에 초청을 받았습니다.cheo neun kyeol hon si ge cho cheong eul pa dat sseum ni da

I was invited to the wedding.

Illustration for 초청 (invitation)

More examples

친구에게서 초청을 받았어요.chin gu e ge seo cho cheong eul pa da sseo yo

I received an invitation from a friend.

Core concept

A respectful request for a particular person to attend an official event or performance.

Common phrases

  • 초청장cho cheong jang

    invitation card

  • 초청을 받다cho cheong eul pat tta

    receive an invitation

  • 초청을 보내다cho cheong eul po nae da

    send an invitation

Similar words

초대chodae: An invitation asking someone to come to a place or event as a welcomed guest.
초대장chodaejang: A paper or electronic message that gives event details and asks people to attend.
초청장chocheongjang: An official document sent to request someone's attendance at a formal event.

Definition in Korean

공식 행사나 공연 등에 특정인을 정중히 초대하는 행위나 그 초대.kong sik haeng sa na kong yeon teung e teuk jjeong i neul cheong jung hi cho dae ha neun haeng wi na keu cho dae

Word origin

The Sino-Korean word combines elements meaning invite and request, highlighting a formal invitation to attend.

Usage tips

  • It commonly appears in event notices, programs, and official announcements, so it signals a more formal setting than everyday social plans.

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