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가슴이 찡하다

"be touched"

Korean word for be touched

Idioms

Korean idiomatic expressions

Pronunciation Guide

가슴이 찡하다[ga·seumi jjingha·da]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eu" is like "oo" but with unrounded lips
  • "ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"

English Translation

be touched

Meaning & Usage

'가슴이 찡하다' means 'be touched' 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 "가슴이 찡하다".
Intermediate
My grandmother often says "가슴이 찡하다".
Advanced
"가슴이 찡하다" is a traditional Korean idiomatic expression used since long ago.
Master
Knowing the origin and usage of "가슴이 찡하다" offers a glimpse into the Korean way of thinking.
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