English–Korean

“resentment” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationwonmang

Example

그녀에게는 아직도 원망이 남아 있어요.keu nyeo e ge neun a jik tto won mang i na ma i sseo yo

There is still resentment toward her.

Illustration for 원망 (resentment)

How to say “resentment” in Korean

“Resentment” in Korean is 원망 (wonmang).

An inner grudge that remains focused on someone seen as responsible for an unfair or painful situation.

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

Example sentences with 원망

그는 오래된 원망을 떨쳐냈다.keu neun o rae doen won mang eul tteol cheo naet tta

He shook off his old resentment.

Tips for using 원망

  • English speakers may hear resentment as a private feeling, but this Korean word often points toward a relationship in which the other person is blamed.

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