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How do you say "dictionary" in Korean?
사전
sajeon
In Korean, "dictionary" is 사전.
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Pronunciation
Sajeon is two syllables, 'sah-jun.' Both parts are clear, with even stress and a straightforward rhythm.
Writing and usage
Sajeon combines sa (word) and jeon (record/reference). It's a traditional compound for what a dictionary does.
Example sentence
사전으로 단어를 찾아요.
I look up words in a dictionary.
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How to remember 사전
Sa is word and jeon is record. A dictionary records words, so this name tells you exactly what it is.
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Questions about 사전
How do you say "dictionary" in Korean?
In Korean, "dictionary" is 사전. It is a noun.
How is 사전 written in Korean?
Sajeon combines sa (word) and jeon (record/reference). It's a traditional compound for what a dictionary does.
How is 사전 used in a sentence?
Use 사전 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 사전으로 단어를 찾아요. (I look up words in a dictionary.).
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