Korean Dictionary
How to say “Funeral” in Korean
장례식
jangnyesik
AdvancedHolidays & Festivals
Usage & Context
장례식 in Korea traditionally lasts three days with family and friends gathering at hospital funeral homes (장례식장) to pay respects. Korean 장례식 involve specific mourning clothes, ritual bowing, and the sharing of food. Modern Korean 장례식 blend Buddhist, Christian, and Confucian elements reflecting the religious diversity of Korean society.
Example Sentence
장례식 기간 동안 가족들이 빈소를 지켰어요.
The family kept watch at the funeral home during the funeral period.
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