English–Korean

“alive” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationsaraittta

Example

그 고양이는 아직 살아있다.keu ko yang i neun a jik sa ra it tta

That cat is still alive.

Illustration for 살아있다 (alive)

How to say “alive” in Korean

“Alive” in Korean is 살아있다 (saraittta).

A living body whose breathing and other basic life functions are still continuing.

Full entry for 살아있다: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 살아있다

그의 표정이 살아있다.keu ui pyo jeong i sa ra it tta

His expression is lively.

Tips for using 살아있다

  • In conversation, it is useful for a quick status update after an illness or accident, when the key information is that someone has made it through.

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