English–Korean
“give in” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationkulbokada
Example
그는 유혹에 굴복했다.keu neun yu ho ge kul bo kaet tta
He gave in to temptation.
How to say “give in” in Korean
“Give in” in Korean is 굴복하다 (kulbokada).
Resistance gives way under pressure or temptation, and the person follows the other side's wishes.
Example sentences with 굴복하다
그녀는 동료들의 압력에 굴복하고 말았다.keu nyeo neun tong nyo deu rui am nyeo ge kul bo ka go ma rat tta
She ended up giving in to her colleagues' pressure.
Tips for using 굴복하다
- In everyday conversation, this word can sound formal and forceful, so a lighter expression is often preferred in casual situations.