How to say korean wrestling in Korean

Meaning

Ssireum (씨름) is traditional Korean wrestling. Two people hold a belt around the waist and try to bring the other person down. You can use this word when talking about the sport, a match, or practice.

Example sentences

1. 친구와 씨름을 했어요.

   I practiced ssireum with a friend.

2. 씨름 대회에서 경기를 봤어요.

   I watched a ssireum match at the tournament.

3. 오늘 아침에 씨름 연습을 했어요.

   I practiced ssireum this morning.

4. 씨름 선수들이 경기 준비를 하고 있어요.

   The ssireum wrestlers are getting ready for the match.