TOPIK · Level 355
15 words
Korean word
끼
Pronunciation
Romanizationkki
Meaning
- nountalent
Example
그 가수는 끼가 넘친다.keu ka su neun kki ga neom chin da
That singer is full of talent.
More examples
그 친구는 노래할 때 끼가 드러난다.keu chin gu neun no rae hal ttae kki ga teu reo nan da
That friend shows their talent when they sing.
Core concept
A natural spark that shows through in a person's actions and gives their talent a special appeal.
Common phrases
끼가 있다kki ga it tta
have talent
끼를 보이다kki reul po i da
show talent
끼가 돋보이다kki ga tot ppo i da
talent stands out
Similar words
재능chaeneung: A special capacity for doing something well in a certain field.
소질sojil: A natural aptitude that may develop into ability with practice.
매력maeryeok: The quality that makes a person, place, or thing appealing to others.
Definition in Korean
타고난 감각이나 기질이 행동으로 드러나 보이는 힘이나 매력.ta go nan kam ga gi na ki ji ri haeng dong eu ro teu reo na po i neun hi mi na mae ryeok
Word origin
The origin of this native Korean word is uncertain, but its modern use describes natural flair that becomes visible in a person's behavior.
Usage tips
- English talent often focuses on skill, while this word can also suggest the stage presence and personal charm that make someone stand out.
Opposites
- 무능muneungincompetencenoun
- 서투름seotureumclumsinessnoun
Related words
- 끼부리다kkiburidashow off one's talentverb
- 끼쟁이kkijaengitalented personnoun