Korean word

행사

Pronunciation

Romanizationhaengsa

Meaning

  • nounevent

Example

이번 주말에 행사가 많아서 바쁩니다.i beon chu ma re haeng sa ga ma na seo pa ppeum ni da

There are many events this weekend, so I am busy.

Illustration for 행사 (event)

More examples

학생들이 행사에 직접 참여했습니다.hak ssaeng deu ri haeng sa e chik jjeop cha myeo haet sseum ni da

The students took part in the event themselves.

Core concept

People gather for a planned purpose and take part in an organized event.

Common phrases

  • 행사를 개최하다haeng sa reul kae choe ha da

    host an event

  • 행사에 참석하다haeng sa e cham seo ka da

    attend an event

  • 행사에 초대되다haeng sa e cho dae doe da

    be invited to an event

Similar words

이벤트ibenteu: Offers a limited-time promotion with entertainment, participation, or a special offer.
모임moim: Describes people coming together for social contact, information sharing, or a shared aim.
회의hoeui: Provides a formal setting for discussing an issue and deciding what to do.
축제chukjje: Brings people together for a celebration with music, culture, food, and fun programs.

Definition in Korean

특정한 목적을 위해 여러 사람이 모여 일정에 따라 진행되는 공식적인 모임이나 일정.teuk jjeong han mok jjeo geul wi hae yeo reo sa ra mi mo yeo il jeong e tta ra chin haeng doe neun kong sik jjeo gin mo i mi na il jeong

Word origin

행사 (haengsa, "event") comes from Sino Korean elements meaning carrying something out and an affair, suggesting an organized undertaking.

Usage tips

  • A useful context clue is that this word often appears in plans and announcements for community, school, or workplace activities.

Other meanings

  • ceremonynoun

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