Korean Conversation · Level 38
15 words
Korean word
친구
Pronunciation
Romanizationchingu
Meaning
- nounfriend
Example
오늘은 친구와 영화를 봤어요.o neu reun chin gu wa yeong hwa reul pwa sseo yo
Today, I watched a movie with my friend.
More examples
친구를 만났어요.chin gu reul man na sseo yo
I met my friend.
Core concept
A trusted person who shares ordinary activities and enjoyment as a companion.
Common phrases
친구를 만나다chin gu reul man na da
meet a friend
친구와 함께chin gu wa ham kke
with a friend
친구의 집chin gu ui chip
a friend's house
Similar words
지인chiin: A person known through occasional contact and limited personal connection.
동료tongnyo: A person who works in the same company or organization.
절친cheolchin: A friend who is especially close and trusted with private concerns.
반친구panchingu: A school friend who belongs to the same class.
Definition in Korean
학교나 직장 등 일상에서 함께 어울리며 신뢰나 즐거움을 나누는 사람hak kkyo na chik jjang teung il sang e seo ham kke eo ul li myeo sil loe na cheul geo u meul na nu neun sa ram
Word origin
The word has a historical Chinese-character association, but its modern status as a native Korean word makes that association an uncertain explanation of its origin.
Usage tips
- English speakers can use this word for a schoolmate or coworker they enjoy spending time with, not only for a best friend.