Korean word

활동적

Pronunciation

Romanizationhwaldongjeok

Meaning

  • adjectiveactive

Example

나는 활동적인 사람이 좋다.na neun hwal dong jeo gin sa ra mi cho ta

I like active people.

Illustration for 활동적 (active)

More examples

요즘은 활동적인 생활을 하려고 운동을 시작했다.yo jeu meun hwal dong jeo gin saeng hwa reul ha ryeo go un dong eul si ja kaet tta

These days, I started exercising to lead an active lifestyle.

Core concept

A person whose daily life shows eager participation, movement, and a willingness to do things.

Common phrases

  • 활동적인 생활hwal dong jeo gin saeng hwal

    active lifestyle

  • 활동적인 모임hwal dong jeo gin mo im

    active gathering

Similar words

활발하다hwalbalhada: A lively quality shown through energetic expressions, movements, and a cheerful atmosphere.
적극적cheokkkeukjjeok: A willing attitude that takes the first step in tasks and shares ideas.
능동적neungdongjeok: A self-directed approach that acts on personal judgment without waiting for instructions.
활기차다hwalgichada: A spirited state marked by strong energy, momentum, and vitality.

Definition in Korean

사람의 성격이나 생활 방식이 여러 가지 일에 적극적으로 참여하고 움직이려는 경향을 가진 것을 이르는 형용사.sa ra mui seong gyeo gi na saeng hwal pang si gi yeo reo ka ji i re cheok kkeuk jjeo geu ro cha myeo ha go um ji gi ryeo neun kyeong hyang eul ka jin keo seul i reu neun hyeong yong sa

Word origin

Its base refers to activity, while the ending marks the quality of being oriented toward activity.

Usage tips

  • The word is useful for describing a steady pattern of participation, not just a single burst of energy or one moment of movement.

Other meanings

  • livelyadjective
  • energeticadjective

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