Korean word

사랑

Pronunciation

Romanizationsarang

Meaning

  • nounlove

Example

나는 사랑을 고백했어.na neun sa rang eul ko bae kae sseo

I confessed my love.

Illustration for 사랑 (love)

More examples

갑자기 사랑에 빠졌어.kap jja gi sa rang e ppa jeo sseo

I suddenly fell in love.

Core concept

A deep bond that makes someone want to stay close, care for another person, and take responsibility for their well-being.

Common phrases

  • 사랑에 빠지다sa rang e ppa ji da

    fall in love

  • 사랑을 느끼다sa rang eul neu kki da

    feel love

  • 짝사랑jjak ssa rang

    unrequited love

Similar words

좋아함choaham: A pleasant feeling toward someone that creates a wish to get closer to them.
호감hogam: A favorable impression that makes continued conversation or a relationship feel appealing.
애정aejeong: Warm caring affection that values someone and encourages gentle attention to their needs.

Definition in Korean

누군가를 깊이 좋아하고 보살피려는 감정이나 태도, 친밀감과 책임감이 섞인 마음nu gun ga reul ki pi cho a ha go po sal pi ryeo neun kam jeong i na tae do chin mil gam gwa chae gim ga mi seo kkin ma eum

Word origin

This is a long-established native Korean noun, but its deeper historical origin is uncertain.

Usage tips

  • English speakers may use love casually for food or hobbies, whereas this word often sounds more personal and emotionally serious when used about people.

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