TOPIK · Level 255
15 words
Korean word
뛰어나다
Pronunciation
Romanizationttwieonada
Meaning
- adjectiveexcellent
Example
그의 발표는 뛰어나다.keu ui pal pyo neun ttwi eo na da
His presentation is excellent.
More examples
그 배우는 연기력이 뛰어나다.keu pae u neun yeon gi ryeo gi ttwi eo na da
That actor's acting ability is excellent.
Core concept
Standing clearly above the usual level in quality, ability, or results.
Common phrases
재능이 뛰어나다chae neung i ttwi eo na da
exceptionally talented
솜씨가 뛰어나다som ssi ga ttwi eo na da
exceptionally skilled
Similar words
훌륭하다hullyunghada: Being admirable and worthy of praise for valuable work, character, or conduct.
우수하다usuhada: Showing a high level of ability, achievement, or quality by a recognized standard.
능숙하다neungsukada: Performing a task smoothly and skillfully.
Definition in Korean
보통보다 훨씬 낫거나 탁월하여 눈에 띄는 상태를 이르는 말.po tong bo da hwol ssin nat kkeo na ta gwol ha yeo nu ne tti neun sang tae reul i reu neun mal
Word origin
The exact historical formation is uncertain, but the word is associated with the image of something leaping out from the rest.
Usage tips
- It is a natural way to praise a person, performance, or result in everyday Korean, while English often uses different words for each case.
Other meanings
- outstandingadjective
- superioradjective
Opposites
- 보통이다potongidaordinaryadjective
- 무능하다muneunghadaincompetentadjective
Related words
- 뛰어남ttwieonamexcellencenoun