Korean · Work & Business
회사
hoesa
Company
Beginnernoun
Definition
A business organization that sells goods or services.
Example
회사가 시내에 있어요.
The company is downtown.
Etymology
'회사' (hoesa) is a compound of the words '회' (hoe, meaning 'meeting') and '사' (sa, meaning 'to be'). It denotes a place where people gather for business purposes and has evolved with the corporate culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'회사' is primarily used in formal contexts, especially in professional settings. It is common in business discussions, written reports, and corporate communications.