gung

Also written: palace; royal palace; palace complex

A palace or royal palace complex.

Literal meaning

palace

Cultural context

Gung can refer to the physical palace, the royal household, or life inside the court. Specific palaces and halls have their own names and political functions.

How dramas use it

Characters enter or leave the gung, serve in palace offices, navigate restricted spaces, attend court, conceal messages, and discover that royal residence does not mean safety.

Usage & formality

Context determines whether palace, court, royal household, or a named palace is the best translation.