मतलब
To express admiration or approval for someone's qualities or actions.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The concept of 'Cheon-man-eyo' (You're welcome/Don't mention it) is often replaced by 'Anieyo' (No) when receiving praise. This is a sign of 'Gyeom-son' (modesty). Praise from a superior is a major motivator and is often done publicly to set an example, whereas criticism is ideally done privately to save 'Che-myeon' (face). Teachers use '칭찬 스티커' (praise stickers) to reward children. This has made the word '칭찬' very familiar to all Koreans from a young age. On platforms like KakaoTalk, using '칭찬해' stickers or emojis is a common way to show support for friends' small daily wins.
Be Specific
Instead of just saying '칭찬해요', say *what* you are praising: '웃는 모습이 예뻐서 칭찬하고 싶어요.'
Avoid Sarcasm
Sarcastic praise is hard to pull off in Korean and can easily lead to misunderstandings.
मतलब
To express admiration or approval for someone's qualities or actions.
Be Specific
Instead of just saying '칭찬해요', say *what* you are praising: '웃는 모습이 예뻐서 칭찬하고 싶어요.'
Avoid Sarcasm
Sarcastic praise is hard to pull off in Korean and can easily lead to misunderstandings.
Use '주다'
Always try to use '칭찬해 주다' when talking to friends; it sounds much more caring.
The Modesty Rule
If someone praises you, don't just say 'Thank you'. A little 'No, I'm not that good' goes a long way in building rapport.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct particle and verb form.
선생님이 제 숙제를 보고 ______ (praise + past tense).
The past tense of '하다' is '했다', and the object particle '을' is required.
Which response is the most culturally appropriate for a B1 learner?
A: 한국말을 정말 잘하시네요! 칭찬을 안 할 수가 없어요. B: ________________
In Korean culture, responding to praise with modesty ('I am still lacking') is the most natural and polite response.
Match the phrase variation to the correct situation.
1. 칭찬을 아끼지 않다 2. 비행기 태우다 3. 칭찬을 받다
'칭찬을 아끼지 않다' means to give plenty of praise. '비행기 태우다' is an idiom for over-flattering. '칭찬을 받다' is the passive form.
Complete the dialogue in a workplace setting.
상사: 이번 보고서 아주 훌륭해요. 직원: 감사합니다. 부장님께서 ______ 주셔서 더 힘이 납니다.
The correct form is '칭찬해 주셔서' (because you praised me).
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Praising vs. Bragging
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यास선생님이 제 숙제를 보고 ______ (praise + past tense).
The past tense of '하다' is '했다', and the object particle '을' is required.
A: 한국말을 정말 잘하시네요! 칭찬을 안 할 수가 없어요. B: ________________
In Korean culture, responding to praise with modesty ('I am still lacking') is the most natural and polite response.
1. 칭찬을 아끼지 않다 2. 비행기 태우다 3. 칭찬을 받다
'칭찬을 아끼지 않다' means to give plenty of praise. '비행기 태우다' is an idiom for over-flattering. '칭찬을 받다' is the passive form.
상사: 이번 보고서 아주 훌륭해요. 직원: 감사합니다. 부장님께서 ______ 주셔서 더 힘이 납니다.
The correct form is '칭찬해 주셔서' (because you praised me).
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIt's risky. It can sound like you are evaluating them. Use '존경하다' or '대단하세요' instead.
칭찬 is everyday praise; 찬사 is a high-level 'tribute' or 'acclaim' used in formal contexts.
Use the passive form: '칭찬을 받았어요'.
In very casual slang, yes! It means 'I approve' or 'Good job'.
It's a cultural value called modesty (겸손). They aren't disagreeing with you; they are being polite.
No, you praise people or their actions. For objects, use '좋다' (good) or '훌륭하다' (excellent).
It's a famous book title/proverb meaning 'Praise makes even whales dance'—praise motivates everyone.
Yes, '칭송' (veneration) or '찬사' (tribute), but they are very formal.
Yes! You can 칭찬 your dog for doing a trick.
It means 'excessive praise'. Use it when someone compliments you: '과찬이십니다' (You flatter me).
संबंधित मुहावरे
칭찬을 아끼지 않다
builds onTo not spare any praise
비행기 태우다
similarTo over-praise/flatter
칭찬을 받다
contrastTo be praised
극찬하다
specialized formTo praise highly/rave
칭찬해 주다
similarTo give praise (as a favor)
