Korean · Family & People
할아버지
harabeoji
Grandfather
Beginnernoun
Definition
The father of your parent.
Example
할아버지는 차를 좋아하세요.
My grandfather likes tea.
Etymology
'할아버지' (harabeoji) has roots in Middle Korean, where it signified a grandfather, combining the prefix '할-' for seniority with '아버지' meaning father.
How & Where It’s Used
'할아버지' is commonly used in both spoken and written language. It is formal yet frequently found in informal conversations within families.