北きた朝ちょう鮮せん人じん

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Meanings

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noun

North Korean person

Refers to a person from North Korea. Neutral term, but be aware of political sensitivity in certain contexts.

朝morning, dynasty, regime

鮮fresh, vivid, clear

人person

韓かん国こく人じん
Refers to a South Korean person. 北朝鮮人 specifically means a North Korean.
朝ちょう鮮せん人じん
Historically referred to Koreans in general; now can be ambiguous or carry colonial-era connotations. 北朝鮮人 is more precise for North Koreans.

Compound of 北朝鮮 (North Korea) and 人 (person).