English–Korean

“disgusting” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeokkkyeoptta

Example

그 장면을 보니 역겹다.keu chang myeo neul po ni yeok kkyeop tta

That scene is disgusting to look at.

Illustration for 역겹다 (disgusting)

How to say “disgusting” in Korean

“Disgusting” in Korean is 역겹다 (yeokkkyeoptta).

A repellent sight, smell, or taste creates an immediate urge to recoil.

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

Example sentences with 역겹다

그 냄새는 진짜 역겹다.keu naem sae neun chin jja yeok kkyeop tta

That smell is really disgusting.

Tips for using 역겹다

  • The reaction can target a disturbing scene as naturally as a bad smell or dish, so it is not limited to eating or physical nausea.

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