English–Korean
“swallow” in Korean
How to say “swallow” in Korean
“Swallow” in Korean is 삼키다 (samkida).
Something moves down through the throat, and the same inward movement can describe keeping words or feelings from coming out.
Example sentences with 삼키다
당황해서 침을 삼켰다.tang hwang hae seo chi meul sam kyeot tta
He swallowed his saliva in embarrassment.
Tips for using 삼키다
- English learners may separate the physical and emotional uses, but Korean uses one verb for both, so the object reveals the intended meaning.
Other Korean words for “swallow”
어제 공원에서 제비를 봤어요.eo je kong wo ne seo che bi reul pwa sseo yo
I saw a swallow in the park yesterday.