Korean word

달달하다

Pronunciation

Romanizationtaldalhada

Meaning

  • adjectivesweet

Example

이 음료는 달달해요.i eum nyo neun tal dal hae yo

This drink is sweet.

Illustration for 달달하다 (sweet)

More examples

데이트에서 그는 달달한 고백을 했다.te i teu e seo keu neun tal dal han ko bae geul haet tta

On their date, he made a sweet confession.

Core concept

A warm, pleasant sweetness that makes something enjoyable or a relationship feel tender and exciting.

Common phrases

  • 달달한 고백tal dal han ko baek

    sweet confession

  • 달달한 분위기tal dal han pu nwi gi

    lovey-dovey atmosphere

  • 달달한 말tal dal han mal

    sweet words

Similar words

달콤하다talkomhada: Having a rich sugary taste that brings a pleasant, appealing feeling.
달다talda: Having a clear sugary taste that is easy to notice in food or drink.

Definition in Korean

사람 사이의 애정이 넘쳐 다정하고 설레는 상태를 이르는 형용사.sa ram sa i ui ae jeong i neom cheo ta jeong ha go seol le neun sang tae reul i reu neun hyeong yong sa

Word origin

The word grew from the idea of sweetness in taste and gained a figurative use for the rich affection between people.

Usage tips

  • For couples, this word often sounds playful and warmly approving rather than formal or deeply serious.

Other meanings

  • lovey-doveyadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • 달달함taldalhamsweetnessnoun

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