Korean Dictionary
How to say “Deep Bow” in Korean
절
jeol
IntermediateHolidays & Festivals
Usage & Context
절 is the deep formal bow performed in Korean traditional culture during greetings, ancestral rites, and holiday ceremonies. The style of 절 differs for men and women with specific hand positions and depth. Performing 절 to elders on 설날 and other major holidays is a fundamental Korean cultural practice.
Example Sentence
설날 아침에 어른들께 절을 드렸어요.
I performed deep bows to elders on Seollal morning.
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