Father in Korean 🇰🇷

아버지 info.

Tips to Remember:
• Think of “a beacon of guidance” – the word “abeoji” sounds like “a beacon” which can remind you of a father’s role as a guiding light.
• Break the word into syllables: “ah-buh-jee.” Repeating it can help reinforce its pronunciation and meaning.

Explanations:
• “아버지” (abeoji) is the formal and respectful term for “father” in Korean and is often used in official or polite contexts.
• It conveys respect and is typically used by children when addressing their own father.

Other Words with Similar Meanings:
• “아빠” (appa) – an informal, affectionate term for “dad.”
• “아버님” (abeonim) – another honorific form used when referring to someone else’s father.

Alternate Meanings/Slang:
• There are no common slang or alternate meanings for “아버지” outside its literal meaning of “father.”

Example Sentences:
• “아버지께서 집에 계세요.” (Abeoji-kkeseo jib-e gyeseyo.) – “My father is at home.”
• “저의 아버지를 존경합니다.” (Jeoui abeoji-reul jonggyeonghamnida.) – “I respect my father.”
• “아버지, 오늘은 뭐 하실 거예요?” (Abeoji, oneureun mwo hasil geoyeyo?) – “Father, what will you do today?”

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