딘
Din
The English word 'dean' is translated into Korean as 딘 (Din).
The term 학장 is commonly used to refer to a dean or head of a department within a university or academic institution. The term 원장님 is used when addressing a dean or director of an institution or organization.
Meaning: senior official in college or university (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Din.
Did you know?
- In a Korean university setting, you rarely call a dean by their title alone, as it can sound abrupt. Instead, it is polite to attach the surname, such as 'Kim Hakjang-nim', to show proper respect.
- The word 학장 contains the character for 'learning' 학 and 'head' or 'leader' 장. This structure is mirrored in other high-ranking titles like 교장 for a school principal.
- Because 원장 can also mean the director of a private academy or a clinic, using this word for a dean outside of a university context can lead to confusion with a business owner.
Examples in context
- 학장님께서는 학생들의 학업 성취와 복지에 많은 관심을 가지고 계십니다.The dean is highly concerned about the academic achievement and welfare of the students.
Example conversation
Two students are talking in the university hallway.
- 지훈 Ji-hun수빈 씨, 딘 사무실이 어디예요?Subin ssi, din samusiri eodiyeyo?Subin, where is the dean's office?
- 수빈 Su-bin저기 본관 3층에 있어요.jeogi bongwan samcheunge isseoyo.It's on the third floor of the main building.
- 지훈 Ji-hun딘께 제출할 서류가 있거든요.dinkke jechulhal seoryuga itgeodeunyo.I have some documents to submit to the dean.
- 수빈 Su-bin제가 같이 안내해 드릴게요.jega gachi annaehae deurilgeyo.I will show you the way.
