TOPIK · Level 88
15 words
Korean word
착하다
Pronunciation
Romanizationchakada
Meaning
- adjectivekind
Example
그녀는 착해요.keu nyeo neun cha kae yo
She is kind.
More examples
그 친구는 마음이 착해요.keu chin gu neun ma eu mi cha kae yo
That friend is kind-hearted.
Core concept
A gentle, good-hearted character that treats other people with care and helps them.
Common phrases
마음이 착하다ma eu mi cha ka da
have a kind heart
착한 사람cha kan sa ram
kind person
Similar words
친절하다chinjeolhada: Helpful and respectful behavior expressed in the way someone speaks and responds.
상냥하다sangnyanghada: A mild and welcoming manner that uses soft speech and a pleasant expression.
다정하다tajeonghada: Tender warmth expressed through close attention and heartfelt care for others.
Definition in Korean
타인의 기분을 배려하고 도와주는 친절한 성품이나 태도를 가리키는 형용사.ta i nui ki bu neul pae ryeo ha go to wa ju neun chin jeol han seong pu mi na tae do reul ka ri ki neun hyeong yong sa
Word origin
This native Korean word combines chak, the idea of goodness, with hada, creating an adjective for goodness shown in a person's nature or behavior.
Usage tips
- This word is useful for praising both a child's helpful behavior and the steady good nature behind it, rather than only one kind act.
Other meanings
- good-naturedadjective
- well-behavedadjective
Opposites
- 심술궂다simsulgutttaspitefuladjective
- 못되다motttoedameanadjective
Related words
- 착함chakamkindnessnoun
- 착해지다chakaejidabecome kindverb