비밀번호 vs 패스워드
Korean word comparison
Listen to 비밀번호
Listen to 패스워드
| 비밀번호 | 패스워드 |
|---|---|
bi-MIL-beon-ho noun | paeseuweodeu noun |
| password; a secret code used to access an account, device, or secure information | password (loanword from English, used for login credentials) |
How they differ
패스워드 is a Konglish loanword with essentially the same meaning as 비밀번호 for account or site passwords, but it's perceived as more techy or UI-oriented and often appears on websites, apps, and in spoken tech contexts.
When to use each
When to use 비밀번호: Prefer 비밀번호 if you want to use standard Korean vocabulary or when writing formally.
When to use 패스워드: Use 패스워드 when referring to UI labels, tech documentation, or casual spoken contexts where English loanwords are common.
Side-by-side examples
- 회원가입할 때 비밀번호를 설정하세요.
(Set a password when you register as a member.) - 계정의 패스워드를 주기적으로 변경하세요.
(Change your account password regularly.)
Register & nuance: 패스워드 is neutral and common in everyday/tech language but is less formal than pure Korean vocabulary and is very common in user interfaces.