English–Korean

“realize” in Korean

Korean

Also실현하다 (silhyeonhada)

Pronunciation

Romanizationkkaedattta

Example

나는 내 실수를 깨달았어.na neun nae sil su reul kkae da ra sseo

I realized my mistake.

Illustration for 깨닫다 (realize)

How to say “realize” in Korean

“Realize” in Korean is 깨닫다 (kkaedattta).

A hidden truth becomes clear enough for a person to recognize and accept it.

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

Example sentences with 깨닫다

그의 친절을 이제서야 깨달았어.keu ui chin jeo reul i je seo ya kkae da ra sseo

I only just realized his kindness.

Tips for using 깨닫다

  • The word often appears when someone looks back and recognizes a mistake or feeling, so it is useful in reflection and apology contexts.

Other Korean words for “realize”

그는 오래된 꿈을 실현했다.keu neun o rae doen kku meul sil hyeon haet tta

He realized his long-held dream.

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