معنی
Expresses that something is very adorable or charming.
زمینه فرهنگی
The concept of 'Aegyo' (acting cute) is a social skill used to get what one wants or to soften a situation. Saying '정말 귀엽네요' acknowledges someone's successful use of Aegyo. Fans use '귀엽다' constantly to describe their 'idols.' It is often shortened to '귀여워' or 'ㄱㅇㅇ' in online comments. While you shouldn't call a boss cute, a boss might call a junior employee's mistake '귀엽다' if it was harmless, as a way to show they aren't angry. Men often find it a huge compliment to be called '귀엽다' by their girlfriends, as it implies they are comfortable and lovable.
The 'Neyo' Nuance
Using '-네요' makes you sound like you are sharing a discovery, which is much more engaging than the flat '-어요'.
Avoid for Elders
Never call your grandmother '귀엽네요' unless you want to sound like you're treating her like a child. Use '고우시네요' (you are beautiful/elegant) instead.
معنی
Expresses that something is very adorable or charming.
The 'Neyo' Nuance
Using '-네요' makes you sound like you are sharing a discovery, which is much more engaging than the flat '-어요'.
Avoid for Elders
Never call your grandmother '귀엽네요' unless you want to sound like you're treating her like a child. Use '고우시네요' (you are beautiful/elegant) instead.
Intensify with '진짜'
In casual settings, swap '정말' for '진짜' (jin-jja) to sound more like a local.
Reaction is Key
When saying this, widen your eyes slightly to show you are genuinely impressed by the cuteness.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of '귀엽다' using the '-네요' ending.
와! 고양이가 ( ).
The question asks for the '-네요' ending specifically, which is '귀엽네요'.
Match the situation to the most appropriate phrase.
You see a baby for the first time.
Babies are typically called 'cute' (귀엽다), not 'cool' (멋있다), 'scary' (무섭다), or 'expensive' (비싸다).
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: 제 강아지 사진 좀 보세요. B: ( )
When someone shows a pet photo, '정말 귀엽네요!' is the most natural and polite reaction.
Which sentence is grammatically correct and polite for a B1 level?
Looking at a friend's new phone case with a cartoon on it.
'-네요' is the correct realization marker for an adjective.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Cute vs. Pretty
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینها와! 고양이가 ( ).
The question asks for the '-네요' ending specifically, which is '귀엽네요'.
You see a baby for the first time.
Babies are typically called 'cute' (귀엽다), not 'cool' (멋있다), 'scary' (무섭다), or 'expensive' (비싸다).
A: 제 강아지 사진 좀 보세요. B: ( )
When someone shows a pet photo, '정말 귀엽네요!' is the most natural and polite reaction.
Looking at a friend's new phone case with a cartoon on it.
'-네요' is the correct realization marker for an adjective.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
12 سوالYes, but it's usually used by women to men or between close male friends ironically. If a woman calls a man '귀엽다,' it often means she finds him charming.
'정말' is slightly more formal/standard, while '진짜' is more colloquial. Both are interchangeable in this phrase.
Yes! It's a very common way to start a friendly interaction with a pet owner in Korea.
You would say '안 귀여워요' or '귀엽지 않아요.'
Only if the house is tiny and charming (like a dollhouse). For a nice house, use '좋네요' or '멋지네요'.
The '-네요' ending attaches to the stem '귀엽-'. The 'ㅂ' only changes to '우' before a vowel.
They are at the same politeness level, but '귀엽네요' sounds more expressive and conversational.
Yes, if the food is decorated to look like an animal or has a 'cute' presentation.
The most common slang is '졸귀' (jol-gwi). Use it only with very close friends.
No. In Korean, '귀엽다' is strictly for 'cute.' For 'sexy,' use '섹시하다'.
Generally no. It's better to compliment their teaching or their '멋진' (cool) style.
정말 귀엽네요.
عبارات مرتبط
예쁘다
similarTo be pretty
사랑스럽다
similarTo be lovely
깜찍하다
specialized formTo be cute and clever/spunky
앙증맞다
specialized formTo be daintily cute
멋있다
contrastTo be cool/stylish
