English–Korean
“desire” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationyongmang
Example
나는 욕망을 이겨내기 위해 노력했다.na neun yong mang eul i gyeo nae gi wi hae no ryeo kaet tta
I tried to overcome my desire.
How to say “desire” in Korean
“Desire” in Korean is 욕망 (yongmang).
A strong inner pull toward something one wants, felt as more than a mild preference.
Example sentences with 욕망
욕망을 충족시키려고 쇼핑했다.yong mang eul chung jok ssi ki ryeo go syo ping haet tta
I went shopping to satisfy my desire.
Tips for using 욕망
- In Korean, this noun often sounds more formal and emotionally intense than everyday ways of saying someone wants something, so it suits serious writing or discussion of human motives.