TOPIK · Level 349
15 words
Korean word
우아하다
Pronunciation
Romanizationuahada
Meaning
- adjectivegraceful
Example
그녀의 걸음이 우아하다.keu nyeo ui keo reu mi u a ha da
Her walk is graceful.
More examples
카페의 분위기가 우아하다.ka pe ui pu nwi gi ga u a ha da
The cafe's atmosphere is elegant.
Core concept
Smooth movement and courteous behavior that create an impression of quiet beauty and dignity.
Common phrases
자세가 우아하다cha se ga u a ha da
elegant posture
분위기가 우아하다pu nwi gi ga u a ha da
elegant atmosphere
Similar words
세련되다seryeondoeda: Having a finished and tasteful appearance or manner shaped by careful refinement.
멋있다meosittta: Being cool and attractive because of noticeable style, confidence, or charm.
고급스럽다kogeupsseureoptta: Giving a luxurious impression through polished quality in an object, place, outfit, or food.
품위 있다pumwi ittta: Maintaining honorable conduct through composed behavior, polite speech, and self-respect.
Definition in Korean
몸의 움직임이나 태도, 말씨 등이 고르고 품위 있어 보이는 상태를 나타내는 형용사.mo mui um ji gi mi na tae do mal ssi teung i ko reu go pu mwi i sseo po i neun sang tae reul na ta nae neun hyeong yong sa
Word origin
It combines a Sino-Korean term for elegant beauty with the productive element hada, which forms a descriptive adjective.
Usage tips
- This word is a useful choice for praising how someone carries themselves, especially when the compliment should sound composed and respectful rather than casual.
Other meanings
- refinedadjective
Opposites
- 수수하다susuhadaunassumingadjective
Related words
- 우아함uahamelegancenoun