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Korean expression

멋있어

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What does 멋있어 mean?

멋있어 means "cool; impressive" in Korean.

How it works here

‘멋있어’ expresses admiration for someone’s appearance or overall impression.

Dictionary form

멋있다

Cool; stylish; impressive

‘멋있어’ is the natural colloquial form of ‘멋있다’ and often describes a person’s impression or attitude.

When it's used

Used to compliment someone’s appearance, style, behavior, or overall impression.

The line

진짜 멋있어.

You’re really cool.

Someone compliments another person’s appearance or atmosphere.

Scene from “비행記 in 부산 (Travel Log in Busan) #2|[SKZ CODE] Ep.101” · Channel: Stray Kids Watch on YouTube

More examples

  1. 그 코트 색깔이 진짜 멋있다.

    The color of that coat is really cool.

  2. 오늘 발표 자세가 아주 멋있어요.

    Your posture during today’s presentation was very impressive.

Quick check

What does this mean here?

멋있어

진짜 멋있어.

  • The appearance is crude and unfashionable.
  • The manner of speaking is rough and frightening.
  • The expression is awkward and stiff.
  • The appearance or atmosphere is attractive and impressive.
Show the answer

The appearance or atmosphere is attractive and impressive.

‘멋있어’ is the natural colloquial form of ‘멋있다’ and often describes a person’s impression or attitude.

Other words in this line

진짜
Really

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