Korean Conversation · Level 281
15 words
Korean word
탄식하다
Pronunciation
Romanizationtansikada
Meaning
- verbsigh
Example
그는 상황을 보고 탄식했다.keu neun sang hwang eul po go tan si kaet tta
He sighed when he saw the situation.
More examples
참다 못해 탄식했다.cham tta mo tae tan si kaet tta
Unable to bear it any longer, he sighed.
Core concept
A long, expressive breath that reveals deep regret, sorrow, or disappointment.
Common phrases
참다 못해 탄식하다cham tta mo tae tan si ka da
sigh after reaching one's limit
조용히 탄식하다cho yong hi tan si ka da
sigh quietly
Similar words
한숨을 쉬다hansumeul swida: To release a slow breath that expresses a feeling such as worry, sadness, or relief.
한탄하다hantanhada: To lament a situation by voicing deep regret or sorrow about it.
Definition in Korean
마음속에 안타까움이나 아쉬움이 있어 길게 숨을 내쉬며 그 심정을 드러내는 행동이나 감정을 이르는 말이다.ma eum so ge an ta kka u mi na a swi u mi i sseo kil ge su meul nae swi myeo keu sim jeong eul teu reo nae neun haeng dong i na kam jeong eul i reu neun ma ri da
Word origin
It comes from a Sino-Korean compound meaning lament and breath, followed by the verb-forming element meaning to do.
Usage tips
- It suits a sigh charged with real regret or sorrow, rather than an ordinary breath caused only by tiredness.