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생각

"thought"

Korean word for thought

Responses

Response expressions in conversations

Pronunciation Guide

생각[saenggak]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"
  • "ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"

English Translation

thought

Meaning & Usage

'생각' means 'thought' 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.
  • 💡Response expressions in conversations
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
When someone asks, you say "생각".
Intermediate
When a friend calls, you reply with "생각".
Advanced
"생각" carries different nuances depending on the situation.
Master
Using "생각" in the right context makes conversation much more natural.
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