How do you say "debt" in Korean?

부채

buchae

Noun Hangul

In Korean, "debt" is 부채 (buchae).

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Pronunciation

"buchae" is close to its English spelling, so read it plainly, keeping the vowels pure and the pace even.

Writing and usage

부채 is written using hangul. It's a noun, and this word is also taught inside the Noun Town language learning game, where it appears in interactive lessons alongside hundreds of other everyday words.

Example sentence

그들은 빚을 갚기 위해 열심히 일했습니다.

geudeureun bijeul gapgi wihae yeolsimhi ilhaetseupnida.

They worked hard to pay off the debt.

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How to remember 부채

Whisper "buchae" while imagining the exact moment described in "They worked hard to pay off the debt." freezing like a photo.

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Questions about 부채

How do you pronounce 부채?

"buchae" is close to its English spelling, so read it plainly, keeping the vowels pure and the pace even.

Is 부채 formal or casual?

부채 is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech. The level of formality comes from the sentence structure around it, not from the word itself.

How is 부채 written in Korean?

부채 is written using hangul. Romanised, it reads as buchae.

Where can I practice Korean words for free?

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