English–Korean
“as if” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationteusi
Example
그녀는 모르는 듯이 말했다.keu nyeo neun mo reu neun teu si mal haet tta
She spoke as if she didn't know.
How to say “as if” in Korean
“As if” in Korean is 듯이 (teusi).
One situation is viewed through the image of another, showing a similar way of acting or being.
Example sentences with 듯이
그는 웃는 듯이 농담을 던졌다.keu neun un neun teu si nong da meul teon jeot tta
He told a joke with what seemed like a smile.
Tips for using 듯이
- English learners can use it when English uses a comparison with as if, but the Korean form attaches closely to a verb or adjective stem.