Learn to Speak Korean from Your Favorite K-drama Characters
How many years have you been watching Korean dramas? We bet some of you are already called the aunties and uncles of this generation for being in love in K-series and movies.
Having years of binge-watching, you have already seen and heard these words. And hearing it from your favorite K-drama characters makes it more entertaining and easy to learn.
Let's recall some of the iconic ways to deliver such catchy and fun Korean words. This is how you learn the K-lingo in a funny and creative way!
Jagiya
When watching rom-com genres, this word has been used repeatedly. Jagiya is an endearment that means "honey" or "darling."
Omo
An expression that is very prominent to almost both of the K-drama characters and K-drama fans. Instead of saying "Oh My!" it was already simplified into the word "Omo!"
These all-time favorite drama characters used this word often and deliver it with exaggeration, Jang Man Wol (IU) of "Hotel Del Luna," Hong Cha Young (Jeon Yeo Bin) of "Vincenzo," Jeon Nok Du (Jang Dong Yoon) of "The Tale of Nokdu," Yoon Se Ri (Son Ye Jin) of "Crash Landing on You," Cha Woo Sik (Kim Seon Ho) of "Welcome to Waikiki 2," and more.
Ottoke
One of the most used words in the history of K-drama. This became a popular word to the fans and viewers, for various characters have given their own and creative ways on how to use and deliver it.
Some of the memorable characters who used this word comically are Kim Bok Joo (Lee Sung Kyung) of "Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo," Choi Ae Ra (Kim Ji Won) of "Fight for My Way,"
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Oppa
Every K-drama fan knows this and has been enjoying using the word "Oppa." This is a Korean word that female individuals use to call their boyfriend or a guy who is older than her. You may or may not be blood-related, but this word is often used to show closeness and is also considered endearing.
These days fans use "Oppa" as an endearment to their favorite idols or celebrities.
Ji Sung's character as Cha Do Hyun in the drama "Kill Me, Heal Me" is one of the funniest roles that has been loved by the viewers. Especially in the scene where he called Park Seo Joon "Oppa."
The words Micheoseo "Are you crazy?" Jinjja "Really?/!" Daebak! "Awesome!" and Saranghae "I Love You" are also common words that you can encounter while watching Korean content, may it be in dramas, TV shows, or even in K-pop songs and videos.
K-dramas have become a new way to give other people a chance to enjoy and at the same time educate themselves about a culture that has already become part of their daily lives.
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What's the first word you've learned that you got from K-dramas? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
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Written by Shai Collins
