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"Game" in Korean: 게임
게임geim
Game in Korean is 게임 (geim). 게임 is the Korean noun for game; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
An everyday statement
친구와 게임을 했어요.chinguwa geimeul haesseoyo.
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How to pronounce 게임
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geim
/keim/
게임 (geim) has 2 Hangul syllables. 게임 ends with a nasal m sound. Keep that ending when reading the noun alone.
"Game" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 게임geim | Game Basic dictionary noun. | Basic dictionary noun. |
| 게임을 하다geimeul hada | play a game A useful combination with 게임. | A useful combination with 게임. |
| 게임을geimeul | Game (as an object) Use 을 when 게임 is the object of an action. | Use 을 when 게임 is the object of an action. |
How to use 게임 in real life
- 1An everyday statement
친구와 게임을 했어요.
chinguwa geimeul haesseoyo.
I played a game with a friend.
This sentence uses 게임 in the game sense.
- 2A different situation
이 게임은 어려워요.
i geimeun eoryeowoyo.
This game is difficult.
This sentence uses 게임 in the game sense.
- 3A useful question or update
게임이 언제 끝나요?
geimi eonje kkeunnayo?
When does the game end?
This sentence uses 게임 in the game sense.
Mistakes English speakers make with 게임
Incorrect: 친구와 게임를 했어요.
Correct: 친구와 게임을 했어요.
When practicing game, use the correct particle or copula after 게임; the final sound determines whether a linking consonant is needed.
Incorrect: 게임예요.
Correct: 게임이에요.
When practicing game, when identifying something as 게임, use 게임이에요. The linking 이 follows a consonant-final noun.
Good to know
게임 is the Korean noun for game; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate. The combination 게임을 하다 (geimeul hada) means play a game.
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Tutor-led home and daily life study exercise: two sentences with 게임
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
친구와 게임을 했어요.
chinguwa geimeul haesseoyo.
I played a game with a friend.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
이 게임은 어려워요.
i geimeun eoryeowoyo.
This game is difficult.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Game" in Korean
What does 게임 mean in Korean?
Game in Korean is 게임 (geim). 게임 is the Korean noun for game; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
How do I use 게임을 하다?
게임을 하다 (geimeul hada) means play a game. 게임 is the Korean noun for game; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
Which object particle goes after 게임?
The object form is 게임을 because 게임 ends in a consonant.
How is 게임 pronounced?
게임 (geim) has 2 Hangul syllables. 게임 ends with a nasal m sound. Keep that ending when reading the noun alone.
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