Korean word

좋다

Pronunciation

Romanizationchota

Meaning

  • adjectivegood

Example

이 영화는 좋아요.i yeong hwa neun cho a yo

This movie is good.

Illustration for 좋다 (good)

More examples

이 옷은 입어 보니까 좋다.i o seun i beo po ni kka cho ta

This outfit feels good when I try it on.

Core concept

The feeling that something is favorable, satisfying, or in a good state.

Common phrases

  • 건강이 좋다keon gang i cho ta

    be healthy

  • 머리가 좋다meo ri ga cho ta

    be smart

  • 성적이 좋다seong jeo gi cho ta

    have good grades

Similar words

괜찮다kwaenchanta: An acceptable situation is not perfect but causes no serious problem.
편안하다pyeonanhada: A comfortable state keeps the body or mind calm and free from discomfort.
멋지다meotjjida: A cool style or appealing atmosphere makes a strong impression.
예쁘다yeppeuda: A pretty appearance looks lovely and creates a warm feeling.

Definition in Korean

기쁨이나 만족 같은 긍정적 감정이나 사물의 좋은 상태를 간단히 나타내는 형용사.ki ppeu mi na man jok ka teun keung jeong jeok kam jeong i na sa mu rui cho eun sang tae reul kan dan hi na ta nae neun hyeong yong sa

Word origin

As a native Korean word, it developed within Korean rather than being formed from borrowed Chinese characters, and its base continues in related positive forms.

Usage tips

  • When talking about people, this word can praise someone's character or atmosphere, while English often uses different wording for simply liking that person.

Other meanings

  • likeadjective

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