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K-Dramas are popular worldwide for their captivating storylines and emotional depth. Learning these 50 essential Korean words will help you understand dialogues and immerse yourself in the drama experience.
Common Relationship Terms
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사랑 (Sarang) - Love
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연애 (Yeonae) - Dating
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첫사랑 (Cheotsarang) - First love
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삼각관계 (Samgakgwangye) - Love triangle
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짝사랑 (Jjaksarang) - One-sided love
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이별 (Ibyeol) - Breakup
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약혼 (Yakhon) - Engagement
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결혼 (Gyeolhon) - Marriage
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운명 (Unmyeong) - Destiny
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배신 (Baesin) - Betrayal
Emotional Expressions
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행복 (Haengbok) - Happiness
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슬픔 (Seulpeum) - Sadness
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분노 (Bunno) - Anger
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미움 (Mium) - Hatred
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눈물 (Nunmul) - Tears
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감동 (Gamdong) - Deeply moved
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충격 (Chunggyeok) - Shock
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희망 (Huimang) - Hope
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절망 (Jeolmang) - Despair
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질투 (Jiltu) - Jealousy
Common Drama Situations
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사고 (Sago) - Accident
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기억상실 (Gieoksangsil) - Amnesia
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출생의 비밀 (Chulsaeng-ui bimil) - Birth secret
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복수 (Boksu) - Revenge
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오해 (Ohae) - Misunderstanding
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유산 (Yusan) - Inheritance
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실종 (Siljong) - Missing person
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거짓말 (Geojitmal) - Lie
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비밀 (Bimil) - Secret
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음모 (Ummo) - Conspiracy
Characters and Roles
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주인공 (Ju-ingong) - Main character
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남자 주인공 (Namja ju-ingong) - Male lead
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여자 주인공 (Yeoja ju-ingong) - Female lead
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조연 (Joyeon) - Supporting character
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악역 (Akyok) - Villain
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재벌 (Jaebeol) - Chaebol (Wealthy conglomerate heir)
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변호사 (Byeonhosa) - Lawyer
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의사 (Uisa) - Doctor
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경찰 (Gyeongchal) - Police officer
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기자 (Gija) - Reporter
Common Phrases and Exclamations
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사랑해 (Saranghae) - I love you
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보고 싶어 (Bogo sipeo) - I miss you
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미안해 (Mianhae) - I'm sorry
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고마워 (Gomawo) - Thank you
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어떻게 (Eotteoke) - What should I do?
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괜찮아? (Gwaenchanha?) - Are you okay?
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하지 마! (Haji ma!) - Don’t do it!
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믿을 수 없어! (Mideul su eopseo!) - I can’t believe it!
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나를 떠나지 마 (Nareul tteonaji ma) - Don’t leave me
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끝났어 (Kkeutnasseo) - It’s over