Korean Dictionary

How to say “Wang Geon (Taejo of Goryeo)” in Korean

왕건

wang geon

Usage & Context

Wang Geon founded the Goryeo Dynasty in 918 and unified the Korean peninsula in 936. He took the title Taejo meaning 'great progenitor.' His dynasty gave Korea its modern name.

Example Sentence

왕건은 고려 왕조를 세운 태조예요.

Wang Geon is Taejo who founded the Goryeo Dynasty.

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