English–Korean
“be obsessed with” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationchipchakada
Example
그는 작은 일에 너무 집착한다.keu neun cha geun i re neo mu chip cha kan da
He is too obsessed with small things.
How to say “be obsessed with” in Korean
“Be obsessed with” in Korean is 집착하다 (chipchakada).
The mind keeps gripping one person, thing, or idea so tightly that it cannot let go.
Example sentences with 집착하다
그는 전 연인에게 집착한다.keu neun cheon yeo ni ne ge chip cha kan da
He is obsessed with his former partner.
Tips for using 집착하다
- In everyday conversation, it usually suggests unhealthy overfocus, so it is not the natural choice for ordinary care or fondness.