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쌀쌀하다

"chilly"

Korean word for chilly

Weather

Weather and climate vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

쌀쌀하다[ssalssalha·da]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ss" is a tense "s" sound

English Translation

chilly

Meaning & Usage

An adjective describing weather that is slightly cold and cool. It is milder than 'chupda' (cold) and often used in autumn or early winter.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This word requires understanding of Korean context. Try using it in appropriate situations.
  • 💡Korean adjectives work like verbs and can end sentences directly.
  • 💡Weather is a common conversation starter in Korea, just like in many cultures.
Difficulty:Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4)

Example Sentences

Beginner
This is really chilly!
Intermediate
It's not as chilly as I thought.
Advanced
Feeling that something is chilly varies from person to person.
Master
Being able to express varying degrees of "chilly" enriches your Korean.
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