Korean · Culture & Society
예술
yesul
Art
Beginnernoun
Definition
Creative work such as painting, music, and sculpture.
Example
그녀는 대학에서 예술을 공부해요.
She studies art at university.
Etymology
'예술' (yesul) originates from the Chinese word 藝術 (yìshù), meaning 'art' or 'skill.' It became integrated into the Korean lexicon during the introduction of Western concepts of arts in the late 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is used in both spoken and written formats, particularly in formal contexts, such as art criticism, education, and galleries.