기타 표현
진짜요?
jin-jja-yo
Really? / Seriously?
Reaction Tip
The magic word! Tone matters. ↗ (Up): Question (Really?), → (Flat): Acknowledging (I see), ↘ (Down): Empathy (Oh, wow...). You can survive a whole conversation with just this!
기타 표현
대박!
dae-bak
Daebak! (Awesome / Wow / Crazy)
Reaction Tip
The most famous Korean slang. Use it when food is delicious, the view is great, or you hear shocking news. Thumbs up adds extra flavor!
기타 표현
너무 예뻐요!
nuh-mu ye-bbuh-yo
It's so pretty!
Reaction Tip
Use this for cafe interiors, compliments on clothes/hair, or scenic views like Gyeongbokgung. Compliments make everyone happy!
기타 표현
너무 귀여워요!
nuh-mu gwi-yuh-wo-yo
It's so cute!
Reaction Tip
Korea is full of cute shops and dogs. Say this to a passing dog, and the owner will love it. Also used for babies or plushies.
기타 표현
너무 힘들어요.
nuh-mu him-deu-ruh-yo
I'm so tired. / It's too hard.
Reaction Tip
Use this when you're exhausted from walking or hiking. It's the perfect cue to tell your Korean friend, 'Let's go to a cafe and rest.'
기타 표현
재미있어요!
jae-mi-i-ssuh-yo
It's fun! / It's interesting!
Reaction Tip
Use this when enjoying your trip or talking about K-Dramas. Say 'Korea is jaemisseoyo' and locals will be thrilled.