English–Korean

“shocking” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationchunggyeokjjeok

Example

그 소식은 충격적이야.keu so si geun chung gyeok jjeo gi ya

The news is shocking.

Illustration for 충격적 (shocking)

How to say “shocking” in Korean

“Shocking” in Korean is 충격적 (chunggyeokjjeok).

A powerful event or scene leaves a strong impression that lasts.

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

Example sentences with 충격적

그 결과는 정말 충격적이었다.keu kyeol gwa neun cheong mal chung gyeok jjeo gi eot tta

The result was truly shocking.

Tips for using 충격적

  • In Korean, this word can describe a powerful impression even without danger or harm, so it is broader than English learners may expect from a word about shock.

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