When to use player in Korean

When to use it

A player (선수) is a person who plays a sport, like soccer, baseball, or basketball. You use this word when talking about athletes in games, teams, or sports news. It can mean any sports player, and it is also often used for professional athletes.

Example sentences

1. 우리 아들은 축구 선수예요.

   Our son is a soccer player.

2. 학교에 농구 선수가 많아요.

   There are many basketball players at school.

3. 공원에서 야구 선수를 봤어요.

   I saw a baseball player in the park.

4. 제 친구는 배구 선수가 되고 싶어요.

   My friend wants to become a volleyball player.

5. 이 가게에는 유명한 선수 사진이 있어요.

   This shop has a famous player's photo.

6. 공항에서 한국 선수를 만났어요.

   I met a Korean player at the airport.