Korean word

씩씩하다

Pronunciation

Romanizationssikssikada

Meaning

  • adjectiveenergetic

Example

그 친구는 씩씩해요.keu chin gu neun ssik ssi kae yo

That friend is energetic.

Illustration for 씩씩하다 (energetic)

More examples

그녀는 씩씩한 목소리로 말했어요.keu nyeo neun ssik ssi kan mok sso ri ro mal hae sseo yo

She spoke in an energetic voice.

Core concept

A person carries themselves with lively energy, courage, and a strong presence.

Common phrases

  • 씩씩한 목소리ssik ssi kan mok sso ri

    energetic voice

  • 씩씩한 걸음ssik ssi kan keo reum

    energetic stride

Similar words

당당하다tangdanghada: A composed person carries themselves with confidence and dignity in public.
활기차다hwalgichada: Showing abundant energy, movement, and cheerful liveliness.

Definition in Korean

힘차고 용기 있게 행동하거나 말하며 기운이 있는 상태him cha go yong gi it kke haeng dong ha geo na mal ha myeo ki u ni in neun sang tae

Word origin

The word is a native Korean formation that combines a mimetic base for brisk, clear action with the adjective-forming suffix hada.

Usage tips

  • In compliments, it often praises a person's confident manner or clear voice rather than physical strength alone.

Other meanings

  • spiritedadjective
  • braveadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • 씩씩함ssikssikamspiritednessnoun

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