How to say fine in Korean

Meaning

A fine (벌금) is money you must pay when you break a rule or law. In transport, people often pay a fine for parking in the wrong place, driving too fast, or riding without a ticket. You can use this word when talking about getting or paying money as a punishment.

Example sentences

1. 주차금지 곳에 세워서 벌금을 냈어요.

   I parked in a no-parking area, so I paid a fine.

2. 버스에서 표 없이 타서 벌금을 받았어요.

   I got on the bus without a ticket and received a fine.

3. 빨리 운전해서 벌금을 냈어요.

   I drove too fast and paid a fine.

4. 신호를 안 지키고 멈추지 않아서 벌금을 냈어요.

   I didn't stop at the red light, so I paid a fine.