끙끙
When you hear 끙끙, imagine a sound someone makes when they are in pain or struggling with something difficult. It's like a soft groan or moan.
You might hear 끙끙 when someone is lifting a heavy box, like "무거운 상자를 끙끙 들었다" (I groaned/moaned while lifting the heavy box).
It's also used when someone is sick or hurting, for example, "배가 아파서 밤새 끙끙 앓았다" (My stomach hurt, so I moaned all night).
So, 끙끙 is a sound word that shows effort or discomfort. It helps you understand what someone is feeling or doing, like a little sound effect in a story.
When you hear 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung), think of a soft, continuous groaning or moaning sound. It's often used when someone is in pain, like a dull ache, or when they are exerting effort and struggling with something heavy.
You might hear it from someone who is lifting something very heavy and straining, or from someone who is sick and feeling discomfort.
It's an onomatopoeia, which means the sound of the word itself imitates the sound it describes.
So, if you imagine someone making a "uhn uhn" sound from pain or effort, that's what 끙끙 captures.
When you hear 끙끙, imagine a sound someone makes when they are in pain or struggling with a difficult task. It's an onomatopoeic adverb, meaning it mimics the sound itself. Think of a heavy sigh, a grunt, or a low moan.
You might use 끙끙 to describe someone groaning from a stomach ache, or a person straining to lift something very heavy. It captures both the sound and the feeling of effort or discomfort. So, if you see someone 끙끙, they're likely either hurting or working really hard!
When you hear 끙끙, imagine a deep, drawn-out sound. It's the kind of groan someone makes when they're in pain, like a stomach ache or a headache, or when they're really struggling to lift something heavy. Think of it as a vocalization of discomfort or intense effort. It’s also used when someone is worrying a lot about something, almost like they're groaning internally from stress. This adverb vividly portrays the sound and feeling of someone enduring hardship, either physical or mental, making it a very expressive word in Korean.
When you hear 끙끙, imagine a deep, drawn-out groan. It's the sound someone makes when they're in pain, like a persistent ache, or when they're exerting a lot of effort, perhaps lifting something heavy. It can also describe the mental groaning of someone struggling with a difficult problem or worrying intensely. Think of it as a low, guttural sound expressing discomfort or strain, either physical or mental.
끙끙 en 30 secondes
- Describes groaning or moaning.
- Used for pain or effort.
- An onomatopoeic adverb.
§ What 끙끙 means
Let's talk about 끙끙. This is an interesting Korean word because it's an adverb that describes a sound. Specifically, it's the sound of groaning or moaning. Think of it as the sound someone makes when they're in pain, struggling with something, or even just deep in thought and a bit frustrated. It's onomatopoeia, meaning the word itself sounds like what it describes. This is a common feature in Korean, and understanding these sound-effect words can really help you sound more natural.
- DEFINITION
- Groaning or moaning sound (onomatopoeia for pain or effort).
So, when do Koreans use 끙끙? You'll hear it in a few main situations. The most common is when someone is experiencing physical pain. If someone has a headache, a stomach ache, or has hurt themselves, they might be making a 끙끙 sound. It's a low, guttural sound, not a sharp cry, but more like a prolonged groan.
Another common use is when someone is struggling with a difficult task, either physically or mentally. Imagine someone trying to lift a heavy box, or perhaps they're really concentrating on a tough problem at work or school. They might be sighing or groaning softly as they put in effort. This isn't necessarily pain, but more a sign of strenuous effort or deep thought leading to some discomfort or frustration.
It can also be used to describe someone worrying a lot about something. If someone is really bothered by a problem and can't find a solution, they might be described as 끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta), which literally means 'to groan and suffer.' This highlights the mental or emotional burden they are carrying.
§ Examples of 끙끙 in use
Let's look at some examples to make this clearer. Seeing it in context will help you understand how native speakers use this word.
배가 너무 아파서 하루 종일 끙끙 앓았어요.
English hint: My stomach hurt so much that I was groaning all day.
Here, '끙끙 앓았어요' shows the suffering from pain. The '앓다' part means 'to suffer from an illness/pain'.
무거운 짐을 들고 계단 오르면서 끙끙거렸어요.
English hint: I was groaning while carrying a heavy load up the stairs.
In this example, '끙끙거렸어요' highlights the effort and struggle of lifting something heavy. The '-거리다' suffix here often implies continuous or repeated action, so it's a repeated groaning sound.
시험 문제 때문에 머리 싸매고 끙끙거렸어요.
English hint: I was groaning (and racking my brain) over the exam questions.
This one uses 끙끙거렸어요 to show mental struggle and frustration with a difficult problem. '머리 싸매다' is an idiom meaning 'to rack one's brain' or 'to worry intensely'.
As you can see, 끙끙 is quite versatile. It's not just about physical pain, but also about the effort and strain that comes with various challenges. Paying attention to these onomatopoeic words will significantly boost your understanding of natural Korean conversations.
§ Understanding 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung)
The Korean word 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung) is an adverb. It's onomatopoeic, meaning it sounds like what it describes. Think of the English 'groan' or 'moan.' In Korean, 끙끙 specifically refers to the sound a person makes when they are in pain, struggling with something, or exerting effort.
- Korean Word
- 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung)
- Type
- Adverb
- CEFR Level
- A2
- Definition
- Groaning or moaning sound (onomatopoeia for pain or effort).
§ How to Use It in a Sentence
Since 끙끙 is an adverb, it often modifies verbs. It describes the manner in which an action is performed, specifically with groaning or struggling sounds. You'll frequently see it paired with verbs like 앓다 (alta - to suffer/ache), 거리다 (georida - to keep doing something, often repeatedly or continuously), or verbs that imply effort or difficulty.
Let's look at some common ways to use 끙끙:
- 끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta): This is a very common pairing. It means to groan in pain, to suffer from an illness, or to struggle with a problem mentally. It emphasizes the continuous nature of the pain or struggle.
그는 밤새도록 배가 아파서 끙끙 앓았어요.
Translation hint: He groaned with a stomachache all night long.
시험 때문에 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
Translation hint: I'm struggling (groaning/worrying) because of the exam.
- 끙끙대다 (kkeung-kkeung-daeda) / 끙끙거리다 (kkeung-kkeung-georida): These are verbs formed by adding -대다 or -거리다 to 끙끙. Both mean 'to groan continuously' or 'to keep groaning/moaning.' They emphasize the repeated or sustained nature of the sound or struggle.
무거운 짐을 옮기면서 끙끙댔어요.
Translation hint: I groaned while moving the heavy luggage.
어린아이가 이가 아파서 밤새도록 끙끙거렸어요.
Translation hint: The child kept groaning all night because of a toothache.
- 끙끙하다 (kkeung-kkeung-hada): This is another verb form, similar in meaning to 끙끙대다/거리다, but perhaps slightly less common in everyday speech than the other two. It generally means 'to groan' or 'to struggle.'
그는 어려운 문제를 풀기 위해 끙끙했어요.
Translation hint: He struggled (groaned with effort) to solve the difficult problem.
§ More Examples
배탈이 나서 화장실에서 끙끙거리고 있어요.
Translation hint: I have an upset stomach and I'm groaning in the bathroom.
오래된 냉장고를 혼자 옮기려고 끙끙거렸지만 실패했어요.
Translation hint: I grunted and struggled to move the old refrigerator by myself, but I failed.
§ What '끙끙' Means
- Korean Word
- 끙끙 (adverb)
- Definition
- Groaning or moaning sound (onomatopoeia for pain or effort).
- CEFR Level
- A2
The Korean word 끙끙 is an adverb that acts as an onomatopoeia, meaning it mimics a sound. Specifically, it imitates the sound of groaning or moaning. This isn't just any groan; it's the sound someone makes when they are either in pain or exerting a lot of effort. Think of it as the 'oof' or 'ugh' sound in English, but with a bit more emphasis on the continuous nature of the sound. You'll hear this word in many different situations, from everyday conversations to dramas and news reports.
§ Using '끙끙' for Pain
One of the most common uses of 끙끙 is to describe the sounds someone makes when they are experiencing physical pain. It could be a minor ache or a more significant injury. When you hear someone 끙끙거리다 (the verb form), it means they are groaning in discomfort.
배가 너무 아파서 하루 종일 끙끙 앓았어요.
- 배가 너무 아파서: My stomach hurt so much, so...
- 하루 종일: all day long
- 끙끙 앓았어요: I groaned (suffered) all day.
넘어져서 다리를 다쳤는데, 끙끙거리고 있어요.
- 넘어져서 다리를 다쳤는데: I fell and hurt my leg, and...
- 끙끙거리고 있어요: I'm groaning (in pain).
§ Using '끙끙' for Effort
Beyond physical pain, 끙끙 is also used to describe the sounds made when someone is putting in a lot of physical effort. This could be lifting something heavy, pushing something, or struggling with a difficult task. The groan here isn't necessarily from pain, but from the exertion required.
무거운 상자를 옮기느라 끙끙댔어요.
- 무거운 상자를 옮기느라: Because I was moving a heavy box,
- 끙끙댔어요: I groaned (from effort).
문이 잘 안 열려서 끙끙 힘을 썼어요.
- 문이 잘 안 열려서: Because the door didn't open well,
- 끙끙 힘을 썼어요: I groaned (put in a lot of effort).
§ '끙끙' in Non-Physical Contexts
Interestingly, 끙끙 can also be used metaphorically to describe struggling with a difficult problem or worry, even if no actual groaning sound is made. It implies a mental or emotional struggle that causes a 'groaning' sensation internally.
시험 때문에 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
- 시험 때문에: Because of the exam,
- 끙끙 앓고 있어요: I'm struggling (worrying a lot).
복잡한 문제로 혼자 끙끙대지 말고 도움을 청하세요.
- 복잡한 문제로 혼자: alone with a complicated problem,
- 끙끙대지 말고: don't struggle (groan internally),
- 도움을 청하세요: please ask for help.
§ Don't Confuse 끙끙 with Other Onomatopoeia
Many Korean onomatopoeia and mimetic words sound similar but carry different nuances. While 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung) specifically describes groaning or moaning from pain or effort, other words like 엉엉 (eong-eong) for crying loudly or 훌쩍 (hul-jjeok) for sniffling have different meanings. Using 끙끙 in a situation where someone is, for example, laughing loudly would be incorrect and sound very strange to a native speaker.
아기가 엉엉 울고 있어요. (The baby is crying loudly.)
감기 때문에 훌쩍거렸어요. (I sniffled because of a cold.)
§ Using 끙끙 in the Wrong Emotional Context
끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung) implies a degree of suffering, struggle, or burden. It's not used for light sighs of relief or pleasant sounds. For instance, if someone is simply sighing contentedly after a good meal, 끙끙 would be inappropriate. They might say 후우 (hu-u) or 아휴 (a-hyu) instead, which are more general sounds of exhaling or sighing.
맛있는 음식을 먹고 아휴, 배부르다. (After eating delicious food, ah, I'm full.)
- Incorrect Usage
- 점심을 먹고 끙끙거렸어요. (I groaned after lunch. - This sounds like you had stomach pain or indigestion, not just feeling full.)
§ Overusing or Misplacing 끙끙 in Sentences
While 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung) is an adverb, its placement in a sentence can sometimes feel unnatural if not used carefully. It generally comes before the verb it modifies. Using it too frequently or in situations where a simple verb would suffice can make your Korean sound less natural. For instance, you wouldn't necessarily use 끙끙 if someone is just quietly enduring something without making an audible sound.
Correct: 그는 아파서 끙끙 앓았다. (He groaned in pain.)
Less Natural: 끙끙, 그는 아파서 앓았다. (Groan, he was sick and suffered. - While understandable, the placement is awkward.)
It's also important to remember that 끙끙 often pairs with verbs like 앓다 (alta - to suffer from illness/pain), 거리다 (georida - to keep doing something, adds a continuous or repeated nuance), 또는 힘들다 (himdeulda - to be difficult/hard). Using it alone or with verbs that don't imply pain or effort can be incorrect.
아이디어를 찾느라 끙끙거렸어요. (I struggled to find an idea.)
§ Not Understanding the Implied Intensity
끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung) suggests a noticeable, often audible, expression of discomfort or effort. It's not for a very mild or internal feeling. If someone is just feeling a little bit tired but not making any sound, using 끙끙 might overstate their condition. Think of it as a sound that you can actually hear, even if it's a quiet one. It carries more weight than a silent struggle.
- Context
- A person is subtly trying to lift a heavy box, but they are not making any sound.
- Incorrect Usage
- 그는 무거운 상자를 끙끙 들었다. (He groaned lifting the heavy box. - Incorrect if no sound was made.)
- Correct Usage (if sound is made)
- 그는 무거운 상자를 들면서 끙끙거렸다. (He groaned while lifting the heavy box.)
§ Similar Korean groaning words and when to use 끙끙
Korean has many onomatopoeic and mimetic words, often called 'sound words' or 'picture words'. It's super useful to learn them because they add color and detail to your speech and writing. For 'groaning,' '끙끙' is a good starting point, but you'll encounter others.
- DEFINITION
- Groaning or moaning sound (onomatopoeia for pain or effort).
Let's look at some related words and how '끙끙' fits in.
끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung): This is our main word. It's used when someone is groaning due to pain, effort, or even a deep worry. Think of a heavy sigh or a low moan.
아파서 끙끙 앓았어요.
Translation hint: I groaned [끙끙] from the pain.
무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙거렸어요.
Translation hint: I grunted [끙끙] while carrying the heavy luggage.
으으 (eu-eu): This is a very general sound of discomfort, pain, or even thinking deeply. It's a bit more open-ended than '끙끙'.
머리가 아파서 으으 소리를 냈어요.
Translation hint: My head hurt, so I made an 'eueu' [으으] sound.
아이고 (ai-go): While not strictly onomatopoeia, '아이고' is a very common exclamation similar to 'Oh dear!' or 'Ouch!' It often accompanies a groan or sigh, especially when expressing pain, surprise, or sadness. You'll hear this a lot from older Koreans.
아이고, 허리가 너무 아프네!
Translation hint: Oh dear [아이고], my back hurts so much!
신음하다 (sin-eum-ha-da): This is a verb meaning 'to groan' or 'to moan'. It's more formal and less direct than using the onomatopoeia itself. You'll see this in written language more often than in casual conversation.
환자가 고통에 신음하고 있었다.
Translation hint: The patient was groaning [신음하고 있었다] in pain.
When to use '끙끙' vs alternatives:
Use '끙끙' when you want to specifically convey the sound of someone groaning or grunting due to a sustained effort or pain. It's very vivid.
Use '으으' for a more general sound of discomfort or thoughtful pondering.
Use '아이고' as an exclamation that often accompanies a groan, especially when showing an emotional reaction to pain or a difficult situation.
Use '신음하다' when you need a formal verb to describe the action of groaning, often in writing.
How Formal Is It?
"환자가 고통으로 끙끙거렸습니다. (The patient groaned in pain.)"
"밤새도록 끙끙 앓다가 잠이 들었다. (I moaned and groaned all night before falling asleep.)"
"무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙댔어. (I grunted and groaned while carrying the heavy luggage.)"
"아이가 아파서 끙끙거렸어요. (The child was groaning because it hurt.)"
"그 녀석 또 끙끙 앓는 소리 하네. (That guy's complaining again.)"
Le savais-tu ?
Many Korean onomatopoeic words are reduplicated, like 끙끙, which emphasizes the continuous nature of the sound.
Guide de prononciation
- shortening the vowel sound
- not aspirating the 'k' sound enough
Grammaire à connaître
Onomatopoeia often pairs with verbs describing the action. For '끙끙', use verbs like 앓다 (to suffer/be sick) or 거리다 (to do something repeatedly/continuously).
아이가 배가 아파서 끙끙 앓아요. (The child groans because their stomach hurts.)
'끙끙' can be repeated as '끙끙끙끙' to emphasize the continuous or prolonged nature of the groaning or effort.
무거운 짐을 끙끙끙끙 들고 갔어요. (I carried the heavy luggage, groaning and straining.)
It's common to see '끙끙' used with '-거리다' to form '끙끙거리다', which is a verb meaning 'to groan/moan repeatedly' or 'to struggle/toil'.
시험 공부를 하느라 밤새 끙끙거렸어요. (I struggled with studying for the exam all night.)
'끙끙' can also describe the sound of something heavy being moved or pulled with effort.
트럭이 언덕을 끙끙 올라갔어요. (The truck slowly and laboriously went up the hill.)
When expressing internal struggle or worry, '끙끙' can be used with a verb like '고민하다' (to worry/ponder) or '생각하다' (to think) to emphasize the effort involved in thinking or worrying.
그 문제를 끙끙 고민했어요. (I worried about that problem, groaning/struggling internally.)
Exemples par niveau
아기가 배고파서 끙끙 울어요.
The baby is groaning and crying because they are hungry.
무거운 상자를 들고 끙끙 앓았어요.
I groaned and suffered while lifting the heavy box.
숙제가 어려워서 끙끙거려요.
I'm groaning because the homework is difficult.
어르신이 아파서 끙끙 소리를 냈어요.
The elder made groaning sounds because they were in pain.
시험 공부를 끙끙하며 했어요.
I studied for the exam with groans and effort.
고양이가 높은 곳에 올라가려고 끙끙거려요.
The cat is groaning and struggling to climb to a high place.
추워서 이불 속에서 끙끙 떨었어요.
I shivered and groaned under the blanket because it was cold.
무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙 계단을 올라갔어요.
I went up the stairs groaning with heavy luggage.
아이가 배가 아파 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
The child is groaning with a stomach ache.
끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta): to groan in pain
무거운 상자를 들고 끙끙거렸어요.
I groaned and struggled while lifting the heavy box.
끙끙거리다 (kkeung-kkeung-geo-ri-da): to groan or grunt with effort
시험이 어려워서 하루 종일 끙끙댔어요.
The exam was hard, so I groaned and worried all day.
끙끙대다 (kkeung-kkeung-dae-da): to groan or worry (often used for mental struggle)
할머니가 다리가 아파서 끙끙거리세요.
Grandma is groaning because her leg hurts.
끙끙거리다 (kkeung-kkeung-geo-ri-da): to groan or grunt with effort/pain
숙제가 많아서 밤새 끙끙 앓았어요.
I had a lot of homework, so I struggled with it all night.
끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta): to struggle with a problem
무거운 짐을 옮기느라 끙끙 힘들었어요.
I struggled and had a hard time moving the heavy luggage.
끙끙 힘들다 (kkeung-kkeung him-deul-da): to struggle hard
옆방에서 누가 끙끙거리는 소리가 들렸어요.
I heard someone groaning in the next room.
끙끙거리다 (kkeung-kkeung-geo-ri-da): to groan or grunt with effort/pain
문제가 안 풀려서 혼자 끙끙 앓았어요.
I couldn't solve the problem, so I struggled with it alone.
끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta): to struggle with a problem
그는 무거운 상자를 들려고 끙끙거렸다.
He groaned trying to lift the heavy box.
-려고 (to try to do something)
밤새도록 아파서 끙끙 앓았어요.
I was groaning in pain all night.
-도록 (until, to the extent that)
시험 공부 때문에 끙끙 앓는 소리가 들려요.
I can hear groans from studying for the exam.
- 때문에 (because of)
어려운 문제 때문에 그는 끙끙대며 생각했다.
He groaned and thought about the difficult problem.
-대다 (to repeatedly do something)
아기가 배고파서 끙끙거리는 소리가 났어요.
The baby made groaning sounds because it was hungry.
-는 소리가 나다 (to make a sound of...)
그는 혼자서 모든 짐을 옮기느라 끙끙거렸다.
He groaned moving all the luggage by himself.
-느라 (due to, because of doing something)
오랜 시간 동안 끙끙거리며 글을 쓰고 있어요.
I'm writing an essay, groaning for a long time.
-고 있다 (is doing something)
감기에 걸려서 밤새도록 끙끙거렸어.
I had a cold and was groaning all night.
-에 걸리다 (to catch a disease)
무거운 짐을 옮기느라 끙끙 앓았다.
I groaned and grunted while moving the heavy luggage.
시험 공부 때문에 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
I'm groaning and struggling with studying for the exam.
밤새도록 끙끙거리며 보고서를 작성했다.
I grunted and toiled all night writing the report.
그는 어려운 문제에 끙끙대며 고민했다.
He groaned and agonized over the difficult problem.
아기가 배앓이를 하는지 끙끙 울었다.
The baby groaned and cried, perhaps from a stomach ache.
무거운 박스를 혼자 들려고 끙끙거렸다.
I grunted and struggled trying to lift the heavy box by myself.
오랜 시간 끙끙 노력한 끝에 성공했다.
After groaning and toiling for a long time, I succeeded.
비밀을 지키느라 끙끙 앓는 모습을 보였다.
He showed signs of groaning and suffering while keeping the secret.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
그는 아파서 끙끙 앓고 있었다.
He was groaning in pain.
무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙거렸다.
He groaned while carrying the heavy luggage.
숙제가 너무 어려워서 끙끙 참았다.
The homework was so hard, I groaned and endured it.
시험 공부를 끙끙대며 했다.
I studied for the exam, groaning with effort.
문제를 풀려고 끙끙거리고 있었다.
I was groaning, trying to solve the problem.
그녀는 고민이 많아서 끙끙 앓았다.
She had many worries and groaned in trouble.
아기가 배가 아파서 끙끙거렸다.
The baby was groaning because of a stomach ache.
혼자서 끙끙 앓지 말고 도와달라고 해.
Don't groan alone, ask for help.
그는 비밀을 말할까 말까 끙끙거렸다.
He groaned over whether to tell the secret or not.
무거운 박스를 옮기느라 끙끙거렸다.
I groaned from moving the heavy box.
Souvent confondu avec
This is the verb form of '끙끙', meaning 'to groan, to moan, to struggle with difficulty'.
Similar to '끙끙대다', this verb also means 'to groan repeatedly or continuously'.
A single, shorter groan or grunt, less sustained than '끙끙'.
Modèles grammaticaux
Expressions idiomatiques
"끙끙 앓다"
To groan in pain, to suffer greatly (often mentally or from an illness)
그는 밤새도록 병 때문에 끙끙 앓았다.
neutral"끙끙거리다"
To keep groaning or moaning (repeatedly or continuously)
무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙거렸다.
neutral"끙끙대다"
To groan or grumble (similar to 끙끙거리다, but can also imply annoyance or frustration)
숙제가 어려워서 혼자 끙끙댔다.
neutral"끙끙 앓는 소리"
A groaning sound (often used figuratively for someone struggling with something)
그녀는 어려운 문제를 풀기 위해 끙끙 앓는 소리를 냈다.
neutral"끙끙 속을 끓이다"
To silently worry or fret deeply (literally, to boil one's insides while groaning)
시험 결과 때문에 며칠 밤낮 끙끙 속을 끓였다.
neutral"끙끙 노력하다"
To make a strenuous effort (with implied groaning or difficulty)
그는 목표를 달성하기 위해 끙끙 노력했다.
neutral"끙끙 싸매다"
To struggle with something, to tackle a difficult problem (literally, to wrap up while groaning)
그는 어려운 프로젝트를 끙끙 싸매고 있었다.
neutral"끙끙 앓는 병"
A chronic or persistent illness (literally, a groaning sickness)
그는 오랫동안 끙끙 앓는 병을 가지고 있었다.
neutral"끙끙거리며 생각하다"
To think deeply and with difficulty (mulling over something)
그는 중요한 결정을 앞두고 끙끙거리며 생각했다.
neutral"끙끙 앓는 소리를 내다"
To make a groaning sound (can be literal or figurative for struggling)
아파서 침대에서 끙끙 앓는 소리를 냈다.
neutralFacile à confondre
Both '끙끙' and '아이고' are exclamations of discomfort. '아이고' is more general and can express surprise, relief, or sadness in addition to pain.
'끙끙' specifically describes the sound of groaning or moaning, while '아이고' is a verbal exclamation.
넘어져서 무릎을 다치고 '아이고!' 했어요. (I fell, hurt my knee, and said 'Aigo!')
'으음' can also be a sound made when in discomfort or deep thought, similar to '끙끙'.
'끙끙' is more indicative of sustained groaning or straining, often with physical effort or pain. '으음' is a shorter, more generalized sound of hesitation or slight discomfort.
문제의 답을 찾으려고 '으음...' 하고 생각했어요. (I thought 'Eueum...' trying to find the answer to the problem.)
Both describe sounds related to physical exertion.
'끙끙' describes groaning or moaning from pain or heavy effort, often a lower, sustained sound. '헉헉' describes panting or gasping from breathlessness or heavy exertion.
산을 오르느라 '헉헉' 숨을 쉬었어요. (I was panting 'heokheok' while climbing the mountain.)
Both are onomatopoeia for bodily sounds.
'끙끙' is for groaning or moaning from pain/effort. '콜록콜록' is for coughing.
감기에 걸려서 '콜록콜록' 기침을 했어요. (I caught a cold and coughed 'kollok kollok'.)
Both relate to sounds of distress.
'끙끙' is a groaning sound, often suppressed or internal. '엉엉' is the sound of loud, uncontrolled sobbing or crying.
슬픈 영화를 보고 '엉엉' 울었어요. (I watched a sad movie and cried 'eongeong'.)
Structures de phrases
끙끙 앓다 (kkeung-kkeung alta)
머리가 아파서 끙끙 앓아요. (Meoriga apaseo kkeung-kkeung arayo.)
끙끙 거리다 (kkeung-kkeung georida)
아이가 배고파서 끙끙 거려요. (Aiga baegopaseo kkeung-kkeung georyeoyo.)
끙끙대다 (kkeung-kkeungdaeda)
무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙대요. (Mugeoun jimeul deulgo kkeung-kkeungdaeyo.)
끙끙 힘쓰다 (kkeung-kkeung himsseuda)
시험 공부를 끙끙 힘쓰고 있어요. (Siheom gongbureul kkeung-kkeung himsseugo isseoyo.)
끙끙 앓고 있다 (kkeung-kkeung alkko itta)
그는 몇 달째 감기로 끙끙 앓고 있어요. (Geuneun myeot daljjae gamgiro kkeung-kkeung alkko isseoyo.)
끙끙 고민하다 (kkeung-kkeung gominhada)
그녀는 중요한 결정을 앞두고 끙끙 고민하고 있어요. (Geunyeoneun jungyohan gyeoljeongeul aptugo kkeung-kkeung gominhago isseoyo.)
끙끙 앓던 문제가 해결되다 (kkeung-kkeung altteon munjega haegyeoldoeda)
오랫동안 끙끙 앓던 문제가 드디어 해결되었어요. (Oraetdong-an kkeung-kkeung altteon munjega deudieo haegyeoldoeeosseoyo.)
끙끙 앓지 말고 말하다 (kkeung-kkeung alji malgo malhada)
혼자 끙끙 앓지 말고 저에게 말해보세요. (Honja kkeung-kkeung alji malgo jeoege malhaeboseyo.)
Famille de mots
Noms
Verbes
Comment l'utiliser
When you hear someone make a sound like “끙끙,” they are likely struggling with pain or making a sound due to effort. Think of the sound someone makes when they are trying to lift something heavy, or when they have a stomach ache.
A common mistake is to confuse “끙끙” with sounds of crying or whining. While it can be associated with discomfort, it specifically refers to a low, groaning sound, not high-pitched crying. Also, remember it's an adverb, so it describes how someone is doing something, like 끙끙 앓다 (to groan in pain) or 끙끙대다 (to groan repeatedly).
Astuces
Hear 끙끙 in everyday life
Listen for 끙끙 when people are having a hard time or making an effort. You'll hear it often in K-dramas or movies.
Practice saying 끙끙 aloud
Try saying 끙끙 out loud yourself. Focus on the 'kk' sound at the beginning and the 'eung' sound. It helps with pronunciation and recall.
Connect 끙끙 to emotions
Think of 끙끙 as the sound of discomfort, effort, or even internal struggle. This helps you understand its nuance.
Use 끙끙 in simple sentences
Practice using 끙끙 in very basic sentences. For example, '아이가 끙끙 앓아요.' (The child is groaning in pain.)
Visualize the sound of 끙끙
When you hear or say 끙끙, imagine someone lifting something heavy or feeling a slight ache. This creates a stronger memory link.
Don't confuse 끙끙 with other sounds
Be careful not to mix up 끙끙 with similar onomatopoeia. It's specifically for groaning or moaning from pain or exertion.
Understand context for 끙끙
Koreans often use 끙끙 when expressing a minor physical discomfort or the strain of a difficult task. It's very common.
Write down example sentences with 끙끙
Create a few of your own example sentences with 끙끙. The act of writing helps solidify the word in your memory.
Notice verbs used with 끙끙
Pay attention to which verbs often pair with 끙끙, like 앓다 (to be sick/ache) or 노력하다 (to make an effort). This shows natural usage.
Review 끙끙 regularly
Like all vocabulary, regular review is key. Come back to 끙끙 and its meaning every few days to keep it fresh in your mind.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a 'kung fu' master making 'kkung kkung' sounds with each effortful kick and punch. The sound 'kkung kkung' is like the grunts of effort.
Association visuelle
Picture a cartoon character with a big sweat drop on their forehead, hunched over and making a 'kkung kkung' sound as they try to lift a heavy box.
Word Web
Défi
Try to say '끙끙 (kkeung kkeung)' while pretending to lift something very heavy or when you're feigning a stomach ache. Use it in a sentence like, '너무 무거워서 끙끙거렸어요.' (I groaned because it was too heavy.)
Origine du mot
Onomatopoeic
Sens originel : Sound of effort or pain
KoreanContexte culturel
In Korean culture, expressing pain or effort with sounds like '끙끙' is common and often seen as a natural part of human experience. It's not usually considered impolite or overly dramatic to vocalize these efforts, especially in situations requiring physical exertion or when experiencing mild discomfort.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
When someone is sick or in pain.
- 아파서 끙끙 앓다 (to groan in pain)
- 환자가 밤새 끙끙거렸어요 (The patient groaned all night)
- 머리가 아파서 끙끙 앓고 있어요 (My head hurts, so I'm groaning in pain)
When someone is struggling with a difficult task or problem.
- 문제를 풀려고 끙끙댔어요 (I struggled to solve the problem)
- 혼자 끙끙 앓지 말고 도와달라고 해요 (Don't struggle alone, ask for help)
- 숙제를 하느라 밤늦게까지 끙끙거렸어 (I struggled with my homework until late at night)
When someone is carrying something heavy.
- 무거운 짐을 들고 끙끙거렸다 (I groaned while carrying the heavy luggage)
- 상자를 옮기느라 끙끙거리는 소리가 났어요 (There was a groaning sound from moving the box)
- 그는 무거운 역기를 들면서 끙끙거렸다 (He groaned while lifting the heavy barbell)
When someone is trying to remember something or deep in thought.
- 답을 찾으려고 끙끙 생각했어요 (I thought hard to find the answer)
- 기억해내려고 끙끙거리고 있어 (I'm struggling to remember it)
- 그는 답을 맞히기 위해 끙끙거렸다 (He struggled to get the answer right)
When an animal is making groaning or struggling sounds.
- 강아지가 아파서 끙끙거려요 (The puppy is groaning because it's in pain)
- 다친 고양이가 끙끙거리고 있었다 (The injured cat was groaning)
- 개가 무언가에 끙끙대고 있어요 (The dog is struggling with something)
Amorces de conversation
"Are you familiar with the sound '끙끙' in Korean? What kind of situations do you think it describes?"
"Can you think of a time when you might '끙끙' in English? How would you describe that sound or feeling?"
"Imagine someone is trying to solve a very difficult math problem. How might they '끙끙'?"
"If a character in a drama was groaning '끙끙', what would you guess was happening to them?"
"What's a common sound you make when you're in pain or struggling with something heavy?"
Sujets d'écriture
Describe a time you felt physical pain and used a sound similar to '끙끙'. What was the situation?
Write about a difficult problem you had to solve. How did you feel while '끙끙'ing through it?
Recall an experience of carrying something very heavy. What sounds did you make as you '끙끙'ed?
Think about a time you tried really hard to remember something or figure something out. How did that '끙끙' feeling manifest?
Observe an animal for a day. Did you notice any '끙끙' sounds or behaviors from it? Describe.
Questions fréquentes
10 questions끙끙 specifically refers to a low, continuous groaning or moaning sound, often associated with internal pain or effort. Other pain sounds might be more sudden or sharp, like 비명 (scream) or 끙 (a short, sharp groan).
Yes, absolutely! You can use 끙끙 to describe the sound an animal makes when it's in pain or struggling. For example, 강아지가 아파서 끙끙 앓아요 (The puppy groans because it's sick).
Not always entirely negative. While it often implies pain or struggle, it can also describe the sound someone makes when concentrating intensely on a difficult task or enduring something. It shows effort, even if it's uncomfortable.
Since 끙끙 is an adverb, it doesn't conjugate like verbs or adjectives. Instead, it modifies a verb. You'll often see it paired with verbs like 앓다 (to suffer/groan), 거리다 (to make a sound continuously), or 하다 (to do/make).
A very common phrase is 끙끙 앓다 (to groan/suffer). This literally means 'to groan and suffer.' For example, 배가 아파서 끙끙 앓았어요 (My stomach hurt, so I groaned).
Yes, it can! If someone is deeply thinking about a problem or struggling with a difficult decision, you might say 그가 어려운 문제로 끙끙 앓고 있어요 (He's groaning/struggling with a difficult problem). Here, the 'groaning' is more metaphorical for intense mental effort.
끙끙 generally implies a relatively low to medium volume. It's not a shout or a scream. It's more of an internal sound, or one that's suppressed. It can vary in intensity depending on the context, but it's always continuous.
Be careful not to confuse it with 끙 (kkeung), which is a single, shorter grunt or groan, or 으으 (eueu), which can be a more general sound of discomfort or hesitation. 끙끙 is distinctly continuous.
Try to associate it with the image of someone 'grinding' through pain or effort. The repetition of '끙' suggests a continuous, repetitive sound. Think of someone 'groaning and groaning' or 'struggling and struggling.'
It's less common for simple annoyance. 끙끙 implies a deeper level of discomfort, pain, or significant effort/struggle. For simple annoyance, you might use expressions like 짜증내다 (to be annoyed) or 한숨 쉬다 (to sigh).
Teste-toi 126 questions
아이가 배가 아파서 계속 ______ 앓고 있어요. (The child keeps groaning because their stomach hurts.)
‘끙끙’ is the onomatopoeia for groaning due to pain.
무거운 짐을 들고 계단을 오르면서 할아버지는 ______ 소리를 냈어요. (Grandfather made a groaning sound while carrying heavy luggage up the stairs.)
‘끙끙’ describes the sound of effort, such as when carrying heavy things.
시험 문제를 풀면서 학생은 답을 찾기 위해 ______ 생각했어요. (The student thought hard, groaning, to find the answer to the test question.)
‘끙끙’ can also describe the mental effort of thinking hard or struggling with a problem.
감기에 걸려서 목이 아파 밤새도록 ______ 앓았어요. (My throat hurt from a cold, so I groaned all night.)
‘끙끙’ is used to describe groaning from physical discomfort or pain.
아빠가 무거운 상자를 옮기려고 ______ 힘을 썼어요. (Dad grunted with effort to move the heavy box.)
‘끙끙’ describes the sound made when exerting a lot of physical effort.
숙제가 너무 어려워서 동생이 책상에 앉아서 ______ 거렸어요. (My younger sibling was groaning at the desk because the homework was too difficult.)
‘끙끙’ can refer to the sound or state of struggling with something mentally challenging.
This sentence means 'I'm groaning because I'm sick.' The structure is 'reason + 끙끙 + verb'.
This sentence means 'I groaned while lifting the heavy box.' The adverb 끙끙 comes before the verb it modifies.
This sentence means 'I struggled (groaned in effort) with my difficult homework.' The structure is 'reason + 끙끙 + verb'.
아픈 다리를 잡고 그는 계속 ___ 앓았다.
The sentence describes someone groaning from a painful leg, so '끙끙' (groaning/moaning) fits best.
무거운 상자를 옮기느라 아버지는 ___ 힘썼다.
The sentence talks about someone putting a lot of effort into moving a heavy box, so '끙끙' (with effort) is the correct word.
시험 문제를 풀면서 학생은 ___ 고민했다.
The sentence implies the student was struggling or agonizing over a test question, so '끙끙' (groaning with effort/worry) is appropriate.
감기에 걸려 목이 아파서 하루 종일 ___ 앓았다.
The sentence describes suffering from a sore throat due to a cold, making '끙끙' (groaning/moaning from pain) the right choice.
혼자서 그 큰 짐을 들려고 ___ 애썼다.
The sentence indicates someone was struggling with great effort to lift a large load by themselves, so '끙끙' (with effort) is correct.
그는 아픈 배를 잡고 ___ 소리를 냈다.
The sentence describes making a sound due to stomach pain, and '끙끙' is the onomatopoeia for groaning from pain.
Which sentence uses '끙끙' correctly to describe someone struggling with a heavy box?
'끙끙' describes the sound or effort made when struggling with something heavy, making the first option correct.
What kind of sound does '끙끙' usually represent?
'끙끙' is an onomatopoeia for sounds related to pain or strenuous effort.
If someone is sick and has a stomachache, how might they be described using '끙끙'?
'끙끙 앓다' means to groan or moan with pain, which fits a stomachache.
'끙끙' can be used to describe someone quietly sleeping.
'끙끙' implies effort or pain, not quiet sleep.
You can use '끙끙' when someone is trying very hard to solve a difficult problem.
'끙끙' can describe the effort made when concentrating or struggling with a problem.
The word '끙끙' is typically used for a loud, cheerful sound.
'끙끙' is associated with groaning, moaning, or sounds of effort, not cheerfulness.
A child fell and is groaning in pain.
I grunted and groaned carrying heavy luggage.
I struggled with studying for the exam all night.
Read this aloud:
배가 너무 아파서 끙끙거려요.
Focus: 끙끙거려요
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Read this aloud:
무거운 박스를 혼자 옮기느라 끙끙댔어요.
Focus: 끙끙댔어요
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Read this aloud:
문제가 너무 어려워서 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
Focus: 끙끙 앓고 있어요
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Imagine you have a slight headache. How would you describe the feeling using '끙끙'?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
머리가 아파서 끙끙 앓았어요. (My head hurt, so I was groaning.)
You are trying to lift something heavy. Use '끙끙' to describe the effort.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
무거운 상자를 끙끙 들었어요. (I groaned and lifted the heavy box.)
Your friend is sick and making a sound of discomfort. How would you describe their sound using '끙끙'?
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Sample answer
친구가 아파서 끙끙 앓고 있어요. (My friend is sick and groaning.)
아이는 무엇을 하다가 끙끙거렸나요?
Read this passage:
아이가 숙제를 하다가 어려운 문제를 만나서 끙끙거렸어요. 하지만 포기하지 않고 계속 노력했어요.
아이는 무엇을 하다가 끙끙거렸나요?
The passage says '아이가 숙제를 하다가 어려운 문제를 만나서 끙끙거렸어요' which means 'The child was groaning while doing homework because of a difficult problem'.
The passage says '아이가 숙제를 하다가 어려운 문제를 만나서 끙끙거렸어요' which means 'The child was groaning while doing homework because of a difficult problem'.
왜 어르신이 끙끙 앓으셨나요?
Read this passage:
어르신이 허리가 아파서 끙끙 앓으셨어요. 병원에 가서 치료를 받으셔야 할 것 같아요.
왜 어르신이 끙끙 앓으셨나요?
The passage states '어르신이 허리가 아파서 끙끙 앓으셨어요' meaning 'The elder was groaning because their back hurt'.
The passage states '어르신이 허리가 아파서 끙끙 앓으셨어요' meaning 'The elder was groaning because their back hurt'.
친구가 끙끙 소리를 낸 이유는 무엇인가요?
Read this passage:
친구가 무거운 짐을 옮기면서 끙끙 소리를 냈어요. 제가 도와줘서 겨우 옮길 수 있었어요.
친구가 끙끙 소리를 낸 이유는 무엇인가요?
The passage mentions '친구가 무거운 짐을 옮기면서 끙끙 소리를 냈어요' which translates to 'My friend made groaning sounds while moving heavy luggage'. The reason for the groaning is the effort of moving heavy luggage.
The passage mentions '친구가 무거운 짐을 옮기면서 끙끙 소리를 냈어요' which translates to 'My friend made groaning sounds while moving heavy luggage'. The reason for the groaning is the effort of moving heavy luggage.
This sentence means 'I am groaning in pain.' '아파서' (because it's painful) starts the cause, followed by the onomatopoeia '끙끙' (groaning sound), then '앓고 있어요' (suffering/ailing).
This sentence means 'I lifted the heavy luggage with a grunt.' '무거운 짐을' (heavy luggage) is the object, '끙끙' (grunting sound) describes the effort, and '들었어요' (lifted) is the action.
This sentence means 'I worried agonizingly because of the exam.' '시험 때문에' (because of the exam) is the reason, '끙끙' describes the agonizing effort of worrying, and '고민했어요' (worried) is the action.
무거운 짐을 드느라 아빠가 ___ 소리를 냈어요. (Dad made a ___ sound while lifting the heavy luggage.)
'끙끙'은 무거운 것을 들 때 나는 소리를 나타냅니다.
배가 너무 아파서 하루 종일 ___ 앓았어요. (My stomach hurt so much that I ___ groaned all day.)
'끙끙 앓다'는 아픔 때문에 힘들어하는 모습을 나타내는 표현입니다.
시험 문제를 풀려고 혼자 ___ 고민했어요. (I ___ agonized over solving the test problem by myself.)
'끙끙 고민하다'는 어떤 문제에 대해 깊이 생각하고 힘들어하는 것을 나타냅니다.
그는 어려운 일을 혼자서 ___ 해결하려고 노력했다. (He tried to solve the difficult problem ___ by himself.)
어려운 일을 해결하기 위해 힘쓰는 모습을 '끙끙'으로 표현할 수 있습니다.
감기에 걸려서 밤새도록 ___ 기침을 했어요. (I caught a cold and ___ coughed all night.)
기침 소리는 '콜록콜록'으로 표현하며, '끙끙'은 통증이나 노력에 의한 소리입니다.
숙제가 너무 많아서 아이가 책상에 앉아 ___ 거리고 있었어요. (There was too much homework, so the child was sitting at the desk, ___ing.)
숙제가 많아서 힘들어하는 모습을 '끙끙거리다'로 표현할 수 있습니다.
다음 문장에서 '끙끙'이 가장 자연스럽게 사용된 것은 무엇입니까?
'끙끙'은 주로 힘든 상황이나 고통스러운 상황에서 나는 소리나 모습을 묘사할 때 사용됩니다. 무거운 짐을 드는 것은 힘든 상황이므로 가장 적절합니다.
다음에 이어질 문장으로 가장 알맞은 것은 무엇입니까? '밤새도록 배가 아파서 끙끙 앓았다.'
배가 아파서 끙끙 앓았다는 것은 고통스러웠다는 의미이므로, 병원에 가서 진찰을 받는 것이 자연스러운 다음 행동입니다.
다음 중 '끙끙'의 의미와 가장 가까운 표현은 무엇입니까?
'끙끙'은 고통이나 어려움으로 인해 내는 소리를 나타내므로 '괴로워서 신음하다'가 가장 유사한 의미를 가집니다.
아이가 재미있는 만화를 보면서 끙끙 웃는 것은 자연스러운 표현이다.
'끙끙'은 고통이나 힘든 상황에서 나오는 소리를 나타내므로, 재미있는 상황에서 웃는 것과는 어울리지 않습니다. 재미있는 만화를 볼 때는 '깔깔 웃다'와 같은 표현이 더 자연스럽습니다.
시험 문제를 풀 때 답을 몰라서 끙끙 앓는다고 표현할 수 있다.
'끙끙 앓다'는 어떤 문제나 어려움으로 인해 고민하거나 힘들어하는 모습을 나타낼 수 있으므로, 시험 문제를 풀 때 답을 몰라 힘들어하는 상황에 적절하게 사용될 수 있습니다.
무거운 박스를 혼자 옮기려고 할 때 '끙끙' 소리를 내며 옮기는 것은 부자연스러운 행동이다.
무거운 것을 옮길 때는 힘이 많이 들기 때문에 자연스럽게 신음 소리나 힘든 소리를 낼 수 있습니다. '끙끙'은 이러한 힘든 노력을 나타내는 데 사용될 수 있습니다.
Listen for the sound associated with moving a heavy box.
Listen for the sound an baby makes when in pain.
Listen for the expression of someone struggling with worries.
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시험 공부하느라 밤새 끙끙거렸어요.
Focus: 끙끙 (kkeung-kkeung)
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할머니가 아파서 끙끙 앓으셨어요.
Focus: 앓으셨어요 (areu-syeosseoyo)
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무거운 가방을 들고 끙끙대며 계단을 올라갔어요.
Focus: 끙끙대며 (kkeung-kkeung-daemyeo)
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Describe a situation where someone might be groaning in pain. Use '끙끙' in your description.
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아이가 넘어져서 다리를 다쳤을 때, 너무 아파서 끙끙 앓았습니다. (When the child fell and hurt his leg, he groaned in so much pain.)
Imagine you are trying to lift something very heavy. How would you describe your effort using '끙끙'?
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무거운 상자를 혼자 옮기려고 하니 너무 힘들어서 끙끙거렸어요. (It was so hard trying to move the heavy box alone that I was groaning with effort.)
Write a short sentence about someone struggling with a difficult task, using '끙끙' to describe their struggle.
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이 수학 문제를 풀려고 끙끙거렸지만 답을 찾지 못했어요. (I struggled with this math problem but couldn't find the answer.)
김민수 씨가 침대에서 '끙끙' 앓은 이유는 무엇입니까? (Why did Kim Min-su groan in bed?)
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김민수 씨는 어제 밤늦게까지 일을 했어요. 잠도 제대로 못 자고 아침에 일어났는데, 온몸이 쑤시고 머리도 아팠습니다. 그래서 침대에서 끙끙 앓다가 겨우 일어났습니다. (Kim Min-su worked late last night. He didn't get enough sleep and woke up in the morning feeling aches all over his body and a headache. So he groaned in bed before finally getting up.)
김민수 씨가 침대에서 '끙끙' 앓은 이유는 무엇입니까? (Why did Kim Min-su groan in bed?)
지문에 '온몸이 쑤시고 머리도 아팠습니다'라고 나와있으므로, 몸이 아파서 끙끙 앓았다는 것을 알 수 있습니다. (The passage states 'aches all over his body and a headache', so we know he groaned because his body hurt.)
지문에 '온몸이 쑤시고 머리도 아팠습니다'라고 나와있으므로, 몸이 아파서 끙끙 앓았다는 것을 알 수 있습니다. (The passage states 'aches all over his body and a headache', so we know he groaned because his body hurt.)
아버지가 '끙끙거린' 행동은 무엇을 의미합니까? (What does the father's '끙끙거린' action mean?)
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아버지는 고장 난 세탁기를 고치려고 끙끙거렸습니다. 드라이버를 들고 한참을 씨름했지만, 결국 고치지 못하고 서비스 센터에 전화했습니다. (Father struggled with the broken washing machine. He wrestled with it for a long time with a screwdriver, but in the end, he couldn't fix it and called the service center.)
아버지가 '끙끙거린' 행동은 무엇을 의미합니까? (What does the father's '끙끙거린' action mean?)
아버지가 고장 난 세탁기를 고치기 위해 힘들게 노력하는 모습을 '끙끙거렸다'고 표현했습니다. (The father's difficult effort to fix the broken washing machine is expressed as '끙끙거렸다'.)
아버지가 고장 난 세탁기를 고치기 위해 힘들게 노력하는 모습을 '끙끙거렸다'고 표현했습니다. (The father's difficult effort to fix the broken washing machine is expressed as '끙끙거렸다'.)
학생들이 '끙끙 앓은' 이유는 무엇입니까? (Why did the students '끙끙 앓다'?)
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시험 기간이 다가오자 학생들은 어려운 문제 앞에서 끙끙 앓았습니다. 밤늦게까지 책상에 앉아 고민했지만, 해결책을 찾기 쉽지 않았습니다. (As the exam period approached, students groaned over difficult problems. They sat at their desks late into the night, 고민했지만 (pondering), but it wasn't easy to find solutions.)
학생들이 '끙끙 앓은' 이유는 무엇입니까? (Why did the students '끙끙 앓다'?)
지문에 '어려운 문제 앞에서 끙끙 앓았습니다'라고 나와있으므로, 학생들이 어려운 문제로 인해 힘들어했다는 것을 알 수 있습니다. (The passage states 'groaned over difficult problems', so we know the students were struggling due to difficult problems.)
지문에 '어려운 문제 앞에서 끙끙 앓았습니다'라고 나와있으므로, 학생들이 어려운 문제로 인해 힘들어했다는 것을 알 수 있습니다. (The passage states 'groaned over difficult problems', so we know the students were struggling due to difficult problems.)
This sentence describes someone groaning because they are in pain. '아파서' means 'because it hurts', '끙끙' is the groaning sound, and '앓고 있었어요' means 'was suffering'.
This sentence describes someone groaning with effort while carrying a heavy load. '무거운 짐을' means 'a heavy load', '들면서' means 'while lifting', and '끙끙 거렸다' means 'groaned'.
This sentence describes someone struggling and groaning with effort to solve a problem all night. '문제를 풀려고' means 'to solve the problem', '밤새도록' means 'all night long', and '끙끙 댔어요' means 'struggled/groaned with effort'.
무거운 상자를 옮기느라 그는 계속 ___ 앓았다.
'끙끙 앓다'는 고통이나 힘든 상황에서 신음하는 소리를 나타냅니다. 무거운 상자를 옮기는 상황에 적합합니다.
시험을 망친 후 그는 며칠 동안 방에서 혼자 ___ 앓았다.
시험을 망친 후의 정신적인 고통을 '끙끙 앓다'로 표현할 수 있습니다.
해결되지 않는 문제 때문에 그는 밤새도록 ___ 고민했다.
'끙끙 고민하다'는 어떤 문제에 대해 깊이 생각하며 어려워하는 모습을 나타냅니다.
아이가 배가 아파서 밤새도록 ___ 댔다.
배가 아파서 내는 고통스러운 신음 소리는 '끙끙대다'로 표현하는 것이 가장 자연스럽습니다.
혼자서 그 큰 짐을 들려고 ___ 애썼지만 소용없었다.
무거운 짐을 들기 위해 힘쓰는 모습을 '끙끙 애쓰다'로 표현합니다.
오랫동안 해결되지 않던 숙제 때문에 그는 ___ 앓았다.
오랫동안 해결되지 않는 문제로 고통받거나 힘들어하는 것을 '끙끙 앓다'라고 합니다.
Imagine you're trying to lift something very heavy. Describe how you might feel and what sounds you might make, using '끙끙' at least once.
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아주 무거운 상자를 혼자서 들어 올리려고 끙끙 앓았습니다. 정말 힘들어서 온몸에 힘이 다 빠지는 것 같았어요. 겨우 들었는데 허리가 아프네요.
Your friend is sick and groaning in pain. Write a short message asking how they are and offering help, incorporating '끙끙'.
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몸이 아파서 끙끙 앓고 있다는 소식 들었어. 괜찮아? 내가 가서 뭐 좀 도와줄까? 죽이라도 끓여다 줄 수 있어.
You're trying to solve a difficult math problem. Describe your struggle and eventual success, making sure to use '끙끙' to show your effort.
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정말 어려운 수학 문제를 푸느라 한참을 끙끙거렸어요. 포기할 뻔했지만, 마침내 정답을 찾았을 때 너무 기뻤습니다.
김민준 씨는 왜 끙끙 앓았습니까?
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김민준 씨는 오랫동안 앓아오던 병 때문에 밤새 끙끙 앓았습니다. 그는 통증을 참으려고 애썼지만, 쉽지 않았습니다. 아침이 되어서야 겨우 잠이 들었습니다.
김민준 씨는 왜 끙끙 앓았습니까?
지문에서 '오랫동안 앓아오던 병 때문에 밤새 끙끙 앓았습니다'라고 명확히 언급되어 있습니다. 즉, 병으로 인한 통증 때문에 끙끙 앓았다는 것을 알 수 있습니다.
지문에서 '오랫동안 앓아오던 병 때문에 밤새 끙끙 앓았습니다'라고 명확히 언급되어 있습니다. 즉, 병으로 인한 통증 때문에 끙끙 앓았다는 것을 알 수 있습니다.
팀원들이 '끙끙거리며' 한 노력의 결과는 무엇이었습니까?
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새로운 프로젝트는 예상보다 훨씬 복잡했습니다. 팀원들은 여러 날 밤낮으로 끙끙거리며 문제를 해결하기 위해 노력했습니다. 결국, 그들은 마감 기한 직전에 성공적으로 프로젝트를 완료할 수 있었습니다.
팀원들이 '끙끙거리며' 한 노력의 결과는 무엇이었습니까?
지문 마지막 문장에 '결국, 그들은 마감 기한 직전에 성공적으로 프로젝트를 완료할 수 있었습니다'라고 나와 있어, 끙끙거린 노력의 결과를 알 수 있습니다.
지문 마지막 문장에 '결국, 그들은 마감 기한 직전에 성공적으로 프로젝트를 완료할 수 있었습니다'라고 나와 있어, 끙끙거린 노력의 결과를 알 수 있습니다.
글쓴이가 옆집 할머니를 위해 한 일은 무엇입니까?
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옆집 할머니는 허리가 아파서 자주 끙끙거리셨습니다. 병원에 가봐도 크게 나아지는 기색이 없어서 마음이 아팠습니다. 나는 할머니를 위해 파스를 사다 드리고 어깨를 주물러 드렸습니다.
글쓴이가 옆집 할머니를 위해 한 일은 무엇입니까?
지문 마지막 문장에 '나는 할머니를 위해 파스를 사다 드리고 어깨를 주물러 드렸습니다'라고 명확히 언급되어 있습니다.
지문 마지막 문장에 '나는 할머니를 위해 파스를 사다 드리고 어깨를 주물러 드렸습니다'라고 명확히 언급되어 있습니다.
This sentence describes someone groaning due to pain.
This sentence shows someone grunting with effort while carrying a heavy load.
This sentence illustrates someone groaning or sighing in deep thought over a difficult exam question.
What did the person do after groaning all night?
What kind of sound was heard?
What is causing the person to groan?
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아픈 다리를 끙끙거리며 계단을 올라갔어요.
Focus: 끙끙
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복잡한 문제로 끙끙 앓고 있는 친구를 위로해 줬어요.
Focus: 끙끙 앓고
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그는 무거운 역기를 끙끙 들어 올렸다.
Focus: 끙끙 들어 올렸다
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Describe a time you or someone you know had to push through a difficult task or situation, using '끙끙' to describe the sound or feeling of effort/pain.
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대학교 마지막 학기 논문을 쓸 때, 마감이 다가올수록 잠도 제대로 못 자고 끙끙 앓았습니다. 하지만 결국 좋은 결과를 얻어서 보람 있었어요.
Imagine a character in a story is struggling to lift something very heavy. Write a short paragraph depicting this scene, incorporating '끙끙' to emphasize their physical exertion.
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영수는 냉장고를 옮기기 위해 허리에 띠를 두르고 끙끙거렸지만, 꼼짝도 하지 않았다. 결국 그는 포기하고 친구에게 도움을 요청했다.
You're writing a diary entry about a minor illness you experienced. Use '끙끙' to convey the discomfort or general feeling of being unwell.
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어제부터 몸살 기운이 있어서 하루 종일 침대에서 끙끙 앓았다. 약을 먹었더니 이제 좀 나아진 것 같다.
김 대리는 어떤 상황에서 '끙끙거리며' 일했다고 묘사되어 있나요?
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김 대리는 프로젝트 마감일을 맞추기 위해 밤샘 작업을 밥 먹듯이 했다. 그는 밤늦게까지 컴퓨터 앞에서 끙끙거리며 자료를 분석하고 보고서를 작성했다. 결국, 그는 마감일에 맞춰 모든 작업을 끝냈지만, 몸은 녹초가 되어 있었다.
김 대리는 어떤 상황에서 '끙끙거리며' 일했다고 묘사되어 있나요?
'끙끙거리며'는 힘든 상황에서 노력하거나 고통스러워하는 모습을 나타냅니다. 문맥상 김 대리가 프로젝트 마감을 맞추기 위해 밤샘 작업을 하며 힘들게 노력했음을 알 수 있습니다.
'끙끙거리며'는 힘든 상황에서 노력하거나 고통스러워하는 모습을 나타냅니다. 문맥상 김 대리가 프로젝트 마감을 맞추기 위해 밤샘 작업을 하며 힘들게 노력했음을 알 수 있습니다.
이 글에서 '끙끙 앓기 시작했다'는 표현은 아이의 어떤 상태를 나타내나요?
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아이가 갑자기 배가 아프다며 끙끙 앓기 시작했다. 엄마는 아이의 열을 재보고 혹시나 하는 마음에 병원으로 데려갔다. 다행히 심각한 병은 아니었고, 약을 먹고 나니 아이는 한결 편안해 보였다.
이 글에서 '끙끙 앓기 시작했다'는 표현은 아이의 어떤 상태를 나타내나요?
'끙끙 앓기 시작했다'는 배가 아픈 상황에서 고통스러워하는 아이의 모습을 묘사합니다.
'끙끙 앓기 시작했다'는 배가 아픈 상황에서 고통스러워하는 아이의 모습을 묘사합니다.
친구는 왜 '끙끙거리고' 있었나요?
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오랜만에 만난 친구가 사업 문제로 한숨을 푹푹 쉬며 끙끙거리고 있었다. 그는 최근 들어 여러 어려움에 부딪혔다고 털어놓았다. 나는 친구의 이야기를 들어주며 위로해 주었다.
친구는 왜 '끙끙거리고' 있었나요?
친구는 '사업 문제로 한숨을 푹푹 쉬며' '끙끙거리고 있었다'고 했으므로, 사업 문제 때문에 힘들어하고 고민하고 있음을 알 수 있습니다.
친구는 '사업 문제로 한숨을 푹푹 쉬며' '끙끙거리고 있었다'고 했으므로, 사업 문제 때문에 힘들어하고 고민하고 있음을 알 수 있습니다.
그는 밤새도록 감기로 ___ 앓았다. (He groaned with a cold all night long.)
'끙끙'은 아픔이나 힘든 상황에서 나는 신음 소리를 나타내는 부사입니다. 감기로 인해 고통스러워하는 상황에 적합합니다.
무거운 짐을 옮기느라 그는 ___ 거렸다. (He groaned while carrying the heavy luggage.)
'끙끙'은 힘든 노력을 나타내는 소리에도 사용됩니다. 무거운 짐을 옮기는 상황에서 힘들어하는 소리를 표현하기에 적절합니다.
시험 문제를 풀면서 그녀는 머리를 싸매고 ___ 앓았다. (She groaned and racked her brain while solving the exam problems.)
어려운 문제를 해결하기 위해 고뇌하는 상황에서도 '끙끙'이 사용될 수 있습니다. 정신적인 고통이나 노력을 나타냅니다.
새로운 프로젝트 때문에 그는 며칠째 밤잠을 설쳐가며 ___ 고민하고 있다. (He's been groaning and agonizing over the new project for days, losing sleep.)
어떤 문제에 대해 깊이 고민하거나 고통스러워할 때도 '끙끙'을 사용합니다. 밤잠을 설칠 정도로 고민하는 상황에 적합합니다.
오랫동안 풀리지 않던 숙제를 드디어 끝내자 그는 안도의 한숨과 함께 ___ 소리를 냈다. (After finally finishing the homework that hadn't been solved for a long time, he let out a groan of relief.)
해결되지 않던 숙제를 끝냈을 때, 힘들었던 과정의 표현으로 '끙끙'을 사용할 수 있습니다. 고통스러운 노력을 나타냅s니다.
허리가 아파서 할머니는 의자에 앉을 때마다 ___ 소리를 내셨다. (Because her back hurt, Grandma groaned every time she sat on the chair.)
허리 통증으로 인해 힘들어하는 상황에서 '끙끙'은 아픔을 표현하는 적절한 부사입니다.
The speaker is talking about a decision after experiencing prolonged pain.
Someone worked hard on studying, possibly struggling, but the outcome wasn't positive.
The speaker is advising someone not to keep their struggles to themselves.
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무거운 짐을 끙끙대며 옮기는 모습이 안쓰러웠다.
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오랫동안 해결되지 않는 문제로 끙끙 앓고 있어요.
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아이디어를 끙끙 짜내다가 결국 포기했어요.
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Imagine you're trying to solve a very difficult math problem late at night. Describe your struggle and how you feel using '끙끙'.
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밤늦게까지 어려운 수학 문제를 끙끙 앓으며 풀려고 애썼다. 도무지 답이 나오지 않아 머리가 아플 지경이었다.
You are witnessing an elderly person trying to lift a heavy box. Describe the scene, focusing on their effort with '끙끙'.
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옆집 할머니가 무거운 상자를 끙끙거리며 옮기려고 하셨다. 너무 힘들어 보이셔서 내가 가서 도와드렸다.
Describe a situation where someone is silently suffering from a secret problem. How might their actions or internal state be represented by '끙끙'?
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그녀는 오랜 시간 동안 혼자 비밀스러운 고민을 끙끙 앓아왔다. 누구에게도 털어놓지 못하고 속으로만 힘들어했다.
김 씨가 끙끙 앓는 이유는 무엇입니까?
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김 씨는 어제부터 심한 감기 몸살로 끙끙 앓고 있었다. 열은 계속 오르고 목은 쉬어 목소리도 제대로 나오지 않았다. 아침에도 겨우 몸을 일으켜 병원에 가려고 했지만, 너무 힘들어 다시 자리에 눕고 말았다. 결국 친구에게 대신 약을 사다 달라고 부탁했다.
김 씨가 끙끙 앓는 이유는 무엇입니까?
지문에 '심한 감기 몸살로 끙끙 앓고 있었다'고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage clearly states 'suffering from a severe cold with body aches.')
지문에 '심한 감기 몸살로 끙끙 앓고 있었다'고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage clearly states 'suffering from a severe cold with body aches.')
팀원들이 끙끙거리는 주된 이유는 무엇입니까?
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팀 프로젝트 마감일이 코앞으로 다가왔지만, 자료 정리가 제대로 되지 않아 모두가 끙끙거리고 있었다. 밤샘 작업을 해도 진척이 없어 팀원들은 초조해 보였다. 결국 팀장은 회의를 소집하여 새로운 전략을 논의하기로 결정했다.
팀원들이 끙끙거리는 주된 이유는 무엇입니까?
지문에 '자료 정리가 제대로 되지 않아 모두가 끙끙거리고 있었다'고 나와 있습니다. (The passage states that everyone was 'groaning and struggling because the data wasn't properly organized.')
지문에 '자료 정리가 제대로 되지 않아 모두가 끙끙거리고 있었다'고 나와 있습니다. (The passage states that everyone was 'groaning and struggling because the data wasn't properly organized.')
아이가 끙끙거린 후 어떤 진단을 받았습니까?
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아이가 어제부터 배가 아프다고 끙끙거렸다. 처음에는 단순한 배탈인 줄 알았지만, 계속 통증을 호소해서 걱정이 되었다. 결국 병원에 가서 진찰을 받아보니 맹장염 초기라는 진단을 받았다. 아이는 수술을 받아야 했다.
아이가 끙끙거린 후 어떤 진단을 받았습니까?
지문에 '병원에 가서 진찰을 받아보니 맹장염 초기라는 진단을 받았다'고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states that after examination, the child 'was diagnosed with early appendicitis.')
지문에 '병원에 가서 진찰을 받아보니 맹장염 초기라는 진단을 받았다'고 명시되어 있습니다. (The passage states that after examination, the child 'was diagnosed with early appendicitis.')
This sentence describes someone groaning in pain. '아파서' means 'because it hurts', '끙끙' is the groaning sound, and '앓고 있어요' means 'is suffering/ailing'.
This sentence illustrates someone groaning with effort while carrying a heavy load. '무거운 짐을' means 'heavy luggage', '들면서' means 'while lifting', and '끙끙거렸다' is the past tense of 'to groan with effort'.
This sentence describes someone groaning or agonizing over a difficult test problem. '그는' means 'he', '시험 문제 때문에' means 'because of the test problem', and '끙끙 고민했다' means 'agonized/worried deeply'.
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Summary
Use '끙끙' to describe the sound of groaning or moaning, whether from pain or intense effort.
- Describes groaning or moaning.
- Used for pain or effort.
- An onomatopoeic adverb.
Hear 끙끙 in everyday life
Listen for 끙끙 when people are having a hard time or making an effort. You'll hear it often in K-dramas or movies.
Practice saying 끙끙 aloud
Try saying 끙끙 out loud yourself. Focus on the 'kk' sound at the beginning and the 'eung' sound. It helps with pronunciation and recall.
Connect 끙끙 to emotions
Think of 끙끙 as the sound of discomfort, effort, or even internal struggle. This helps you understand its nuance.
Use 끙끙 in simple sentences
Practice using 끙끙 in very basic sentences. For example, '아이가 끙끙 앓아요.' (The child is groaning in pain.)
Exemple
환자는 밤새 끙끙 앓다가 잠이 들었어요.
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