Korean

곱다

곱다
Meaning: beautiful, pretty
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

Her heart is as beautiful as her face.
산이 단풍으로 곱게 물들었습니다.
The mountains are beautifully colored with autumn foliage.
그녀는 고운 비단으로 만든 한복을 입고 있었다.
She was wearing a hanbok made of fine silk.
그녀는 맑고 고운 소프라노 목소리를 가졌다.
She has a clear and beautiful soprano voice.
그녀는 정말 고운 마음씨를 가졌어요.
She has a truly beautiful heart.
그녀는 오늘 한복을 곱게 차려입어 맵시가 난다.
She looks stylish today in her beautifully worn Hanbok.

Usage Notes

Often used to describe inner beauty, like a person's heart or personality, as well as outer beauty.

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