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갑질

"power abuse"

Korean word for power abuse

Idioms

Korean idiomatic expressions

Pronunciation Guide

갑질[gapjil]

English Translation

power abuse

Meaning & Usage

'갑질' means 'power abuse' in English.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Expressions are best learned as fixed phrases. Memorize them as a whole.
  • 💡Korean idiomatic expressions
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I learned the expression "갑질".
Intermediate
My grandmother often says "갑질".
Advanced
"갑질" is a traditional Korean idiomatic expression used since long ago.
Master
Knowing the origin and usage of "갑질" offers a glimpse into the Korean way of thinking.
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