Korean Vocabulary

아이구/아이고

An exclamation used to express surprise, frustration, or sympathy in Korean. (Aigoo/Aigu)

그렇구요

A phrase used in Korean to express understanding or agreement, often translating to "I see" or "is that so?" (geuleohguyo)

어머

An exclamation in Korean used to express surprise or concern, often translating to "oh my" or "oh dear". (eomeo)

헉

An exclamation used in Korean to express shock or disbelief, similar to gasping in English. (heok)

진짜

A Korean word meaning "really" or "truly," often used for emphasis or to confirm something. (jinjja)

대박

A Korean term meaning "awesome" or "amazing," often used to express excitement or approval. (daebak)

짱

A Korean word meaning "the best" or "awesome," used to express high praise for someone or something. (jjang)

쩐다

A Korean slang term meaning "awesome" or "incredible," often used in casual conversations to express admiration or excitement. (jjeonda)

기가막히다

A Korean expression meaning "amazing" or "incredible," often used to describe something that is exceptionally good or surprising. (giga makhida)

대단하다

A Korean word meaning "great" or "remarkable," often used to express admiration for someone's achievements or qualities. (daedanhada)

야

Direct, casual way to say “hey”, to call over a friend or to get someone's attention in an informal context. (ya)

어이

A playful and theatrical way to get someone's attention, similar to "hey" but more informal.(eoi)

입ㅘ

A strong way to say “hey”,when someone is not paying attention, often used in a slightly annoyed tone. (ibwa)

저기요

A polite way to say "excuse me" or to get someone's attention, often used in formal situations. (jeogiyo)

여기요

A casual way to say “over here”(yeogiyo)

입ㅘ요

A more polite form of saying “hey” but still strong

게란

Most common way to say egg(gyeran)