English–Korean

“be excited” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationseolleda

Example

여행 가는 날이라 아침부터 설레네요.yeo haeng ka neun na ri ra a chim bu teo seol le ne yo

I've been excited since this morning because we're going on a trip today.

Illustration for 설레다 (be excited)

How to say “be excited” in Korean

“Be excited” in Korean is 설레다 (seolleda).

Pleasant expectation makes the heart flutter with eager energy.

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

Example sentences with 설레다

첫 데이트라 아침부터 가슴이 설레요.cheot te i teu ra a chim bu teo ka seu mi seol le yo

Since it is my first date, my heart has been fluttering with excitement since this morning.

Tips for using 설레다

  • This word is a natural choice for warm anticipation, while English speakers may otherwise choose excited for both positive anticipation and more general high energy.

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