Korean word

즐기다

Pronunciation

Romanizationcheulgida

Meaning

  • verbenjoy

Example

영화를 즐겼어요.yeong hwa reul cheul gyeo sseo yo

I enjoyed the movie.

Illustration for 즐기다 (enjoy)

More examples

요리를 즐겼어요.yo ri reul cheul gyeo sseo yo

I enjoyed cooking.

Core concept

Taking part in something with pleasure and interest, letting the experience be fun.

Common phrases

  • 요리를 즐기다yo ri reul cheul gi da

    enjoy cooking

  • 독서를 즐기다tok sseo reul cheul gi da

    enjoy reading

  • 운동을 즐기다un dong eul cheul gi da

    enjoy exercising

Similar words

좋아하다choahada: Feeling that a person, thing, or choice is good or appealing.
느끼다neukkida: Experiencing a feeling or physical sensation such as cold, joy, or sadness.
놀다nolda: Having fun during free time by playing or simply spending time without a set task.

Definition in Korean

어떤 일이나 상황에서 기쁨이나 흥미를 느끼며 시간을 보내다.eo tteon i ri na sang hwang e seo ki ppeu mi na heung mi reul neu kki myeo si ga neul po nae da

Word origin

This is a native Korean verb, and its exact historical formation is uncertain, so it is best learned as a verb linked to joy and pleasure.

Usage tips

  • Unlike like, which can show a general preference, this verb focuses on the pleasure of taking part in an activity or experience.

Opposites

  • 지루해하다chiruhaehadabe boredverb

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