TOPIK · Level 363
15 words
Korean word
활기
Pronunciation
Romanizationhwalgi
Meaning
- nounliveliness
Example
교실에 활기가 있어요.kyo si re hwal gi ga i sseo yo
The classroom is lively.
More examples
시장에는 활기가 가득했어요.si jang e neun hwal gi ga ka deu kae sseo yo
The market was full of vitality.
Core concept
A bright, energetic quality that makes people or a place feel active and full of life.
Common phrases
활기를 되찾다hwal gi reul toe chat tta
regain vitality
활기가 가득하다hwal gi ga ka deu ka da
be full of vitality
활기를 띠다hwal gi reul tti da
show vitality
Similar words
생기saenggi: A fresh, lively look that shows in a person's face or expression.
기운kiun: The physical or mental strength needed to keep moving and acting.
활력hwallyeok: The lasting energy that supports active living and work.
Definition in Korean
사람이나 장소에 생기와 에너지가 있어 분위기가 활발한 상태를 가리키는 명사.sa ra mi na chang so e saeng gi wa e neo ji ga i sseo pu nwi gi ga hwal bal han sang tae reul ka ri ki neun myeong sa
Word origin
It is a Sino-Korean term formed from elements meaning active or alive and energy, which explains its sense of lively force.
Usage tips
- English-speaking learners can use this word for the energy of a whole room or group, not only for one person's physical strength.
Other meanings
- vitalitynoun
Opposites
- 무기력mugiryeoklistlessnessnoun
Related words
- 활력hwallyeokenergynoun
- 활력소hwallyeokssosource of energynoun