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Hyundai

heye-UHN-deye

Hyundai (noun) means a South Korean car brand, or a vehicle made by that company. Example: “He just bought a new Hyundai for his commute.”

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A South Korean car brand, or a vehicle made by that company.
"He just bought a new Hyundai for his commute."

How to use Hyundai

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA well-known South Korean car brand.

Word forms

Hyundais plural

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Etymology

From Korean hyeondae ("modern times"), named after the wider Hyundai business group the automaker was originally part of.

Origin: Korean

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hyundai” mean?

The word “Hyundai” means a South Korean car brand, or a vehicle made by that company. In plain terms, a well-known South Korean car brand.

How do you pronounce “Hyundai”?

“Hyundai” is pronounced heye-UHN-deye (/ˈh(j)ʌn.deɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hyundai” in a sentence?

Here is “Hyundai” used in a sentence: “He just bought a new Hyundai for his commute.”

What part of speech is “Hyundai”?

“Hyundai” is a noun.

Where does the word “Hyundai” come from?

The word “Hyundai” comes from Korean. From Korean hyeondae ("modern times"), named after the wider Hyundai business group the automaker was originally part of.

Is “Hyundai” a common word?

“Hyundai” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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