Korean word

안다

Pronunciation

Romanizationanda

Meaning

  • verbhold

Example

엄마가 아기를 안고 있다.eom ma ga a gi reul an kko it tta

Mom is holding the baby.

Illustration for 안다 (hold)

More examples

친구가 울어서 내가 친구를 안아 줬다.chin gu ga u reo seo nae ga chin gu reul a na chwot tta

My friend was crying, so I held my friend close.

Core concept

One person holds another close in the arms, often to show love, comfort, or care.

Common phrases

  • 사람을 안다sa ra meul an da

    hold a person

  • 아이를 안다a i reul an da

    hold a child

Similar words

껴안다kkyeoantta: Wrapping both arms around someone in a tight hug can share warmth or comfort.
끌어안다kkeureoantta: Pulling someone close before hugging them tightly often shows strong emotion.

Definition in Korean

사람에게 위안이나 애정을 표현하려고 팔로 끌어안거나 가까이 껴안는 뜻을 포함하는 동사.sa ra me ge wi a ni na ae jeong eul pyo hyeon ha ryeo go pal lo kkeu reo an kkeo na ka kka i kkyeo an neun tteu seul po ham ha neun tong sa

Word origin

The word's origin is uncertain, so its native Korean form is best learned through its image of holding someone close.

Usage tips

  • The person being held matters: scenes with babies or small children often show care, while scenes between adults can show affection or comfort.

Other meanings

  • hugverb
  • carryverb

Opposites

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