Korean word

평화

Pronunciation

Romanizationpyeonghwa

Meaning

  • nounpeace

Example

평화를 지키기 위해 노력합시다.pyeong hwa reul chi ki gi wi hae no ryeo kap ssi da

Let's work to preserve peace.

Illustration for 평화 (peace)

More examples

그 회의는 평화를 위한 방안을 논의했다.keu hoe ui neun pyeong hwa reul wi han pang a neul no nui haet tta

The meeting discussed measures for peace.

Core concept

The calm and stable condition that exists when people or groups are not in conflict.

Common phrases

  • 평화를 지키다pyeong hwa reul chi ki da

    protect peace

  • 평화를 유지하다pyeong hwa reul yu ji ha da

    maintain peace

  • 세계 평화se gye pyeong hwa

    world peace

Similar words

평온pyeongon: A quiet, gentle state of mind or atmosphere without worry or disturbance.
안정anjeong: A steady condition in which a situation remains secure and does not change much.
화목hwamok: A warm, friendly relationship in which people care for one another and rarely quarrel.

Definition in Korean

갈등이나 폭력이 없는 조용하고 안정된 상태나 분위기.kal tteung i na pong nyeo gi eom neun cho yong ha go an jeong doen sang tae na pu nwi gi

Word origin

As a Sino-Korean formation, 평화 (pyeonghwa, "peace") brings together 평 (pyeong, "level") and 화 (hwa, "harmony") to express a balanced relationship without strife.

Usage tips

  • Its broad everyday range helps connect international peace with the quieter idea of a settled atmosphere at home, school, or work.

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