English–Korean

“opposite sex” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationiseong

Example

저는 이성 친구를 만나고 싶어요.cheo neun i seong chin gu reul man na go si peo yo

I want to meet a friend of the opposite sex.

Illustration for 이성 (opposite sex)

How to say “opposite sex” in Korean

“Opposite sex” in Korean is 이성 (iseong).

A person whose gender differs from one's own, viewed as a person rather than only as a romantic partner.

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

Example sentences with 이성

요즘은 이성 친구를 사귀는 사람이 많아요.yo jeu meun i seong chin gu reul sa gwi neun sa ra mi ma na yo

These days, many people make friends with people of the opposite sex.

Tips for using 이성

  • Calling someone this does not by itself signal a crush, because the term also fits ordinary friendships and social connections.

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