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멍때리다

"zone out"

Korean word for zone out

Actions

Common actions and activities vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

멍때리다[meongttaeri·da]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"

English Translation

zone out

Meaning & Usage

'멍때리다' means 'zone out' in English.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
  • 💡Common actions and activities vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
The child is trying to zone out.
Intermediate
We practiced how to zone out in gym class.
Advanced
I decided to zone out and then talked with my friends.
Master
Understanding the difference between "멍때리다" and its variations is important.
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