Korean expression
열려
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열려 means "to be open; to have become unlocked" in Korean.
How it works here
‘열리다’ appears as ‘열려’ to describe a door or window being in an open state. The question mark expresses surprise and a check that it really opened.
Dictionary form
열리다
To become open or accessible after being unlocked or unblocked
An intransitive verb, most naturally used for doors and windows. The base form is ‘열리다’, and ‘열려’ is common in current speech. It differs from ‘열다’ (to open something), which expresses a person’s intentional action.
When it's used
Used when something suddenly becomes accessible because it is no longer locked or blocked.
The line
오 열려?!
Oh, it’s open?!
Said when something suddenly becomes unlocked and needs to be checked immediately.
Scene from “EP.1 버려진 자의 방 | Knight Of Blood Moon | ENHYPEN (엔하이픈) ‘EN-O’CLOCK SPIN OFF’” · Channel: ENHYPEN Watch on YouTube
More examples
창문이 갑자기 열려서 바람이 들어왔어.
The window suddenly opened, and wind came in.
가방 지퍼가 조금 열려 있어서 안이 보인다.
The bag’s zipper was slightly open, so I could see inside.
Quick check
What does this mean here?
열려
오 열려?!
Oh, it’s open?!
- For a door, window, or path to become accessible after being unlocked or unblocked.
- To lock a door or window so outsiders cannot enter.
- To speak openly and comfortably in front of close people.
- To announce and begin a stage or event.
Show the answer
For a door, window, or path to become accessible after being unlocked or unblocked.
An intransitive verb, most naturally used for doors and windows. The base form is ‘열리다’, and ‘열려’ is common in current speech. It differs from ‘열다’ (to open something), which expresses a person’s intentional action.
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