애니메이션
aenimeisyeon[ɛnime̞iɕʰʌ̹n]
The English phrase "anime" can be translated into Korean as 애니메이션 (aenimeisyeon). Wiktionary also lists 아니메.
Meaning: an animated work originated in Japan (noun)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 애니메이션 | aenimeisyeon | [ɛnime̞iɕʰʌ̹n] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) [e̞nime̞iɕʰʌ̹n] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 아니메 | [a̠nime̞] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
The term refers to animated works, specifically those originating from Japan. You may also encounter terms for specific genres such as 로맨스 (romance), 액션 (action), 드라마 (drama) and 코미디 (comedy).
Which one should you use?
애니메이션 is the standard and most common way to refer to animated works in Korean. The form 아니메 is also present in the language.
How do you pronounce it?
aenimeisyeon
Did you know?
- When talking about 'watching' anime, Koreans use the verb 보다, but when 'consuming' a series as a hobby, they might describe themselves as 덕후, a term derived from 'otaku'.
- When discussing the medium's history, older Koreans might use the term 만화 영화 (manhwa yeonghwa) instead of the modern 애니메이션.
- In Korea, the term 애니메이션 applies to all animation, but 아니메 is used specifically by enthusiasts to signal a deep interest in Japanese subculture.
Examples in context
- 일본의 만화나 애니메이션은 전 세계적으로 인기가 있다.Japanese manga and anime are popular around the world.This sentence is useful for discussing the global popularity of Japanese manga and 애니메이션.Tatoeba #13164807 by atitarev, translation #5687207 by Hybrid
- 애니메이션 봐?Do you watch anime?This sentence is useful for asking if someone watches 애니메이션.Tatoeba #13250240 by atitarev, translation #6995592 by mailohilohi
- 한국에선 애니메이션이 인기가 많아요.Anime is very popular in Korea.
- 주말에 친구랑 애니 봤어.I watched anime with my friend over the weekend.
- 어떤 애니 추천해요?Which anime do you recommend?
- 이 애니메이션 정말 재미있어요.This anime is really enjoyable.
- 새로 나온 애니메이션 봤어?Have you seen the recently released anime?
- 이 애니는 인기가 많아.This anime is very popular.
- 이번 애니는 대단해!This anime is amazing!
- 이 애니메이션은 그림체가 정말 예뻐요.i aenimeisyeoneun geurimchaega jeongmal yeppeoyo.The art style of this animation is really pretty.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about watching a new series at a cafe.
- 지은 Ji-eun지훈 씨, 새로 나온 애니메이션 봤어요?Jihoon ssi, saero naon aenimeisyeon bwasseoyo?Jihoon, did you see the new animation?
- 지훈 Ji-hun아직 못 봤어요. 재미있나요?ajik mot bwasseoyo. jaemiissnayo?I haven't seen it yet. Is it fun?
- 지은 Ji-eun네, 스토리도 아주 흥미로워요.ne, seutorido aju heungmirowoyo.Yes, the story is also very interesting.
- 지훈 Ji-hun그럼 저도 꼭 볼게요.geureom jeodo kkok bolgeyo.Then I will definitely watch it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anime” translations and entries 애니메이션, 아니메, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
