Korean · Nature, Animals & Weather
"World" in Korean: 세계
세계segye
World in Korean is 세계 (segye). 세계 is the Korean noun for world; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
An everyday statement
세계를 여행하고 싶어요.segyereul yeohaenghago sipeoyo.
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How to pronounce 세계
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segye
/sekje/
세계 (segye) has 2 Hangul syllables. 세계 ends in a vowel; do not add a final English consonant.
"World" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 세계segye | World Basic dictionary noun. | Basic dictionary noun. |
| 세계에 대한 질문segyee daehan jilmun | question about world A useful combination with 세계. | A useful combination with 세계. |
| 세계를segyereul | World (as an object) Use 를 when 세계 is the object of an action. | Use 를 when 세계 is the object of an action. |
How to use 세계 in real life
- 1An everyday statement
세계를 여행하고 싶어요.
segyereul yeohaenghago sipeoyo.
I want to travel the world.
This sentence uses 세계 in the world sense.
- 2A different situation
세계 지도를 봤어요.
segye jidoreul bwasseoyo.
I looked at a world map.
This sentence uses 세계 in the world sense.
- 3A useful question or update
세계에는 여러 나라가 있어요.
segyeeneun yeoreo naraga isseoyo.
There are many countries in the world.
This sentence uses 세계 in the world sense.
Mistakes English speakers make with 세계
Incorrect: 세계을 여행하고 싶어요.
Correct: 세계를 여행하고 싶어요.
When practicing world, use the correct particle or copula after 세계; the final sound determines whether a linking consonant is needed.
Incorrect: 세계이에요.
Correct: 세계예요.
When practicing world, when identifying something as 세계, use 세계예요. The vowel-final noun takes 예요 directly.
Good to know
세계 is the Korean noun for world; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate. The combination 세계에 대한 질문 (segyee daehan jilmun) means question about world.
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Tutor-led nature and animals study exercise: two sentences with 세계
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
세계를 여행하고 싶어요.
segyereul yeohaenghago sipeoyo.
I want to travel the world.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
세계 지도를 봤어요.
segye jidoreul bwasseoyo.
I looked at a world map.
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 "World" in Korean
What does 세계 mean in Korean?
World in Korean is 세계 (segye). 세계 is the Korean noun for world; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
How do I use 세계에 대한 질문?
세계에 대한 질문 (segyee daehan jilmun) means question about world. 세계 is the Korean noun for world; 에 대해 introduces this as a discussion topic; it is a noun rather than a descriptive predicate.
Which object particle goes after 세계?
The object form is 세계를 because 세계 ends in a vowel.
How is 세계 pronounced?
세계 (segye) has 2 Hangul syllables. 세계 ends in a vowel; do not add a final English consonant.
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