Dictionary — Entry No. 1012
경찰
gyeongchal · noun
경찰
gyeongchal
[gyung-CHAL]
nounbeginner
Meaning
Police officer or law enforcement professional in Korean. Represents authority and public safety figures.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Police feature prominently in Korean crime dramas like ‘Itaewon Class’ and ‘Signal.’ K-Drama cops are often portrayed as flawed but dedicated. Public respect for police is culturally significant.
Example Sentences
경찰이 나타났어.
gyeongchal-i natanasseo.
The police officer appeared (in a scene)
경찰을 부르자.
gyeongchal-eul bureuza.
Let’s call the police (emergency response)
경찰 아저씨가 도와줬어.
gyeongchal ajussi-ga dowazwasseo.
The police officer helped (respectful, informal)
⚠️ Don’t use gyeongchal when…
경찰 refers to regular police, not military or special units. Korean police culture differs significantly from Western countries. Don’t assume all police interactions follow English-speaking country protocols.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Signal — time-traveling cops solving cold cases with intense investigation drama
- K-Pop: Stray Kids — ‘District 9: Unlock’ music video features action and police-chasing narrative
ℹ️ Editorial Note: The cultural context and example usage are for educational reference only. Artist names, song titles, and drama references are used descriptively to illustrate vocabulary in context. This content is AI-assisted and reviewed for accuracy. For official information, please refer to the respective artists’ or studios’ official channels.