English–Korean
“dig” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationpada
Example
아이들이 땅을 팠다.a i deu ri ttang eul pat tta
The children dug into the ground.
How to say “dig” in Korean
“Dig” in Korean is 파다 (pada).
A hand or tool removes material, leaving a hollow, groove, or other clear mark behind.
Example sentences with 파다
강아지가 마당에서 구멍을 파요.kang a ji ga ma dang e seo ku meong eul pa yo
The puppy is digging a hole in the yard.
Tips for using 파다
- English speakers often connect digging only with soil, but this word also applies when a tool makes a hollow or groove in another material.