Korean word

연애

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeonae

Meaning

  • nounromance

Example

저는 아직 연애를 해 본 적이 없어요.cheo neun a jik yeo nae reul hae pon cheo gi eop sseo yo

I've never dated before.

Illustration for 연애 (romance)

More examples

요즘은 연애보다 친구와 보내는 시간이 더 중요해요.yo jeu meun yeo nae bo da chin gu wa po nae neun si ga ni teo chung yo hae yo

These days, spending time with friends is more important than dating.

Core concept

A mutual romantic connection that grows through feelings and shared involvement.

Common phrases

  • 연애를 하다yeo nae reul ha da

    date

  • 연애 중이다yeo nae chung i da

    be dating

  • 연애 상대yeo nae sang dae

    romantic partner

  • 연애 경험yeo nae kyeong heom

    dating experience

Similar words

사랑sarang: Deep affection that inspires care, closeness, and concern for someone's well-being.
연인yeonin: A specific person in a romantic relationship, whether or not married.
데이트teiteu: An enjoyable outing with a romantic partner or someone of romantic interest.
썸sseom: A not-yet-defined connection where mutual romantic interest exists before an official relationship.

Definition in Korean

서로에게 특별한 호감을 느끼고 연인 관계로 발전하는 감정과 행동.seo ro e ge teuk ppyeol han ho ga meul neu kki go yeo nin kwan gye ro pal jjeon ha neun kam jeong gwa haeng dong

Word origin

This Sino-Korean noun is built from elements expressing longing and love, linking its form to both romantic feeling and an ensuing relationship.

Usage tips

  • English learners may reserve romance for stories, but this everyday Korean noun also refers to real romantic involvement and the feelings behind it.

Other meanings

  • datingnoun
  • romantic relationshipnoun

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