English–Korean
“exaggeration” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationkwajang
Example
그 이야기는 과장이다.keu i ya gi neun kwa jang i da
That story is an exaggeration.
How to say “exaggeration” in Korean
“Exaggeration” in Korean is 과장 (kwajang).
A statement that stretches facts or feelings beyond their real size.
Example sentences with 과장
인터뷰에서 그의 말에는 과장이 느껴졌다.in teo byu e seo keu ui ma re neun kwa jang i neu kkyeo jeot tta
I could sense exaggeration in what he said during the interview.
Tips for using 과장
- It can describe a dramatic retelling without claiming that every detail is false, so it is not the same as calling someone a liar.