How to say sacrifice in Korean

Meaning

"Sacrifice" means giving up something important, comfortable, or enjoyable for another person or for a good reason. In Korean, 희생 is used when someone helps others by losing time, money, comfort, or chances for themselves. It can describe both small everyday actions and bigger serious situations.

Example sentences

1. 엄마는 가족을 위해 많은 희생을 했어요.

   Mom made many sacrifices for the family.

2. 우리는 시험 때문에 잠을 조금 희생했어요.

   We sacrificed a little sleep because of the test.

3. 친구와 놀 시간을 줄여서 공부를 했어요.

   I reduced playtime with friends to study more.

4. 돈을 아껴 여행에 쓰려고 새 옷을 사지 않았어요.

   I didn't buy new clothes to save money for the trip.