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선생님

"teacher"

Korean word for teacher

💼Professions

Professions and occupations vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

선생님[seonsaengnim]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"

English Translation

teacher

Meaning & Usage

A person who teaches students at school. In Korea, '선생님' is not only used for teachers but also as a respectful title for professionals like doctors and lawyers.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
  • 💡Professions and occupations vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I am a teacher.
Intermediate
I want to become a teacher.
Advanced
A teacher plays an important role in society.
Master
The expertise and ethics of a teacher determine the social value of the profession.
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