English–Korean
“gain weight” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationsaljjida
Example
요즘 살쪘어요.yo jeum sal jjeo sseo yo
I've gained weight lately.
How to say “gain weight” in Korean
“Gain weight” in Korean is 살찌다 (saljjida).
The body gradually becomes heavier and more filled out as extra flesh or fat builds up.
Example sentences with 살찌다
간식을 줄이지 않으면 금방 살쪄요.kan si geul chu ri ji a neu myeon keum bang sal jjeo yo
If I don't cut down on snacks, I'll gain weight quickly.
Tips for using 살찌다
- Korean speakers can use this everyday verb when discussing weight changes, but comments about another person's body still require sensitivity.