This is the 115th most frequent Korean word.


The Korean word "과" can mean "and" (as a particle), "subject/department" (as a noun), or "lesson/chapter" (as in study material), depending on context.


In this sentence, '과' is used as a conjunctive particle similar to 'and' in English, connecting two nouns.

나는 과일과 채소를 먹는 것을 좋아해요.

I like eating fruits and vegetables.


'과' appears in '수학 과학' to designate 'and' between two school subjects.

수학 과학 모두 열심히 공부합니다.

I study Math and Science diligently.


Here '과'(with its alternative form '와') is used to connect and compare two related entities.

문제와 해답이 명확합니다.

The problem and the answer are clear.