달
dal[ta̠ɭ]
The English word month is translated into Korean as 달 (dal) or 월. Wiktionary also lists 월간 (wolgan).
Meaning: period into which a year is divided (noun)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 달 | dal | [ta̠ɭ] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) [ta̠(ː)ɭ] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 월 | wol | [wʌ̹ɭ] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 월간 | wolgan | [wʌ̹ɭɡa̠n] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
In Korean, there are different ways to refer to a month depending on whether you are naming a specific month, counting a duration or describing something that occurs on a monthly basis. For example, 월간 is used as a prefix to describe things that occur on a monthly basis, such as a monthly magazine.
Which one should you use?
The native Korean word 달 is used in casual conversation and when counting durations of months.
How does it change in a sentence?
When counting a specific number of months or referring to a duration of time, the term 개월 is used.
How do you pronounce it?
dal
Did you know?
- In certain historical contexts, the word 달 has been linked to the Manchu word for 'fire', though this relationship is a matter of linguistic debate.
- The Korean word 달 serves as both the word for 'month' and the word for 'moon'.
Examples in context
- 그 남자 월급이 얼마야?How much does he earn per month?This sentence is useful for asking about a monthly salary using 월.Tatoeba #11104600 by intertime, translation #1527380 by CM
- 우리는 다음 달에 이동한다.We are moving next month.This sentence shows how to use 달 when referring to next month.Tatoeba #11104847 by intertime, translation #325039 by CK
- 나는 다음 달에 이동할 것이다.I'm going to move next month.This sentence also demonstrates the use of 달 when referring to next month.Tatoeba #11105973 by intertime, translation #4391132 by CK
- 저는 5월에 결혼합니다.I am getting married in May.
- 오늘은 9월 20일이야.Today is September 20th.
- 내 생일은 4월인데, 너는 몇 월에 태어났어?My birthday is in April, when were you born?
- 4 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Jihoon and Seoyeon are discussing their travel plans.
- 지훈 Ji-hun우리 여행을 몇 달 후에 갈까?uri yeohaeng-eul myeot dal hue galkka?In how many months should we go on our trip?
- 서연 Seo-yeon한 달 정도 뒤가 좋을 것 같아.han dal jeongdo dwiga joeul geot gata.I think in about a month would be good.
- 지훈 Ji-hun그럼 다음 달에 비행기 표를 예약하자.geureom daeum dal-e bihaenggi pyoreul yeyak-haja.Then let's book the flight tickets next month.
- 서연 Seo-yeon그래, 서둘러서 예약하자.geurae, seodulleoseo yeyak-haja.Okay, let's hurry and book them.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “month” translations and entries 달, 월, 월간, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 달, 월, 월간, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
