When something is 튼튼하다, it means it's strong and doesn't break easily. You can use it to describe objects that are well-built or durable.
For example, a sturdy chair or a robust building could be described as 튼튼하다. It's a useful word when you want to emphasize the resilience or soundness of something. You might also hear it used to describe someone who is physically strong and healthy, like 'a strong body.'
When talking about things, 튼튼하다 describes something that is physically strong, well-built, and not easily broken. For example, a 튼튼한 의자 (sturdy chair) won't wobble, and a 튼튼한 건물 (robust building) can withstand harsh weather. You can also use it for people to mean healthy and strong, especially when referring to their physical condition or constitution.
§ Don't Confuse 튼튼하다 with 건강하다 (To Be Healthy)
Many learners, especially at the A2 level, tend to use 튼튼하다 when they actually mean to say someone is healthy. While a strong person might also be healthy, 튼튼하다 focuses on physical robustness and durability, not overall well-being. Think of it as being able to withstand wear and tear or physical demands. 건강하다, on the other hand, refers to a state of good health, free from illness.
- DEFINITION
- To be strong, sturdy, or robust.
우리 할아버지는 아직도 몸이 튼튼하세요.
Our grandfather's body is still strong/sturdy (meaning he is physically robust).
저는 매일 운동해서 건강해요.
I exercise every day, so I am healthy (meaning in good health).
§ Using 튼튼하다 for Objects vs. People
While 튼튼하다 can be used for both people and objects, the nuance is slightly different. For people, it emphasizes physical strength and endurance. For objects, it emphasizes durability and sturdiness. The mistake often lies in not fully grasping this subtle distinction, leading to awkward phrasing. For example, you wouldn't typically say a plant is 튼튼하다 if you mean it's flourishing and growing well (you'd use something like 잘 자라다), but you could say a tree has a 튼튼하다 trunk if it's thick and strong.
이 의자는 아주 튼튼해요.
This chair is very sturdy.
그 선수는 다리가 튼튼해서 잘 달려요.
That athlete's legs are strong, so they run well.
§ Overusing 튼튼하다 Instead of More Specific Adjectives
While 튼튼하다 is a good general word for 'strong' or 'sturdy', sometimes a more specific adjective would be more natural. For instance, if you're talking about a strong scent, you wouldn't use 튼튼하다. Or if you're describing a strong will, there are better options. 튼튼하다 specifically applies to physical strength or structural integrity. A common mistake is to try and fit 튼튼하다 into contexts where another adjective would be more precise and natural in Korean.
- For 'strong taste/smell': 진하다 (to be浓/thick) or 강하다 (to be strong, intense).
- For 'strong opinion/will': 강하다 (to be strong, firm).
- For 'strong relationship': 굳건하다 (to be firm, solid) or 끈끈하다 (to be sticky, close-knit).
이 커피는 맛이 정말 진해요.
This coffee has a really strong taste.
그는 의지가 강해요.
He has a strong will.
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- Not aspirating the 'ㅌ' sound enough, making it sound more like 'ㄷ' (d).
- Failing to fully pronounce the 'ㅡ' vowel, which should be a 'short u' sound like in 'put' but with lips unrounded and spread.
- Allowing the final 'ㄴ' in '튼' to sound like 'ng' rather than a clear 'n'.
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While both translate to 'strong', '튼튼하다' is about physical sturdiness/durability, '강하다' is about general strength, power, or intensity.
Both mean 'sturdy', but '견고하다' is often for inanimate objects/structures, more formal, and implies a higher degree of firmness.
When referring to people, '튼튼하다' means robust/strong in build, while '건강하다' specifically means healthy and free from illness.
慣用句と表現
"몸이 튼튼하다"
To be physically strong/healthy.
매일 운동해서 몸이 튼튼해요. (I exercise every day, so my body is strong.)
neutral"기반이 튼튼하다"
To have a strong foundation.
이 건물은 기반이 튼튼해서 지진에도 안전해요. (This building has a strong foundation, so it's safe even in an earthquake.)
neutral"마음이 튼튼하다"
To have a strong will/mind, to be mentally tough.
어려움을 이겨낼 수 있는 튼튼한 마음을 가졌어요. (They have a strong mind that can overcome difficulties.)
neutral"사업이 튼튼하다"
To have a stable/solid business.
그 회사는 사업이 튼튼해서 믿을 수 있어요. (That company's business is solid, so you can trust it.)
neutral"뼈가 튼튼하다"
To have strong bones.
우유를 많이 마시면 뼈가 튼튼해져요. (If you drink a lot of milk, your bones become strong.)
neutral"관계가 튼튼하다"
To have a strong relationship.
오랜 시간 동안 튼튼한 관계를 유지하고 있어요. (They have maintained a strong relationship for a long time.)
neutral"국방력이 튼튼하다"
To have strong national defense capabilities.
국방력이 튼튼해야 나라가 평화롭습니다. (For a country to be peaceful, its national defense must be strong.)
formal"책상이 튼튼하다"
A desk is sturdy.
이 책상은 아주 튼튼해서 오래 쓸 수 있어요. (This desk is very sturdy, so I can use it for a long time.)
neutral"밧줄이 튼튼하다"
A rope is strong.
이 밧줄은 아주 튼튼해서 끊어지지 않을 거예요. (This rope is very strong, so it won't break.)
neutral"체력이 튼튼하다"
To have strong physical stamina/endurance.
그 선수는 체력이 튼튼해서 경기를 끝까지 뛸 수 있어요. (That athlete has strong stamina, so they can play the game until the end.)
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Both '튼튼하다' and '강하다' can be translated as 'strong' in English, leading to confusion about their specific nuances.
'튼튼하다' emphasizes physical durability, sturdiness, or being in good health. '강하다' refers to general strength, power, or intensity, and can be used for physical strength, mental fortitude, or even strong flavors.
이 가방은 정말 튼튼해요. (This bag is really sturdy.) 그는 몸이 강해요. (He is physically strong.)
'견고하다' also means sturdy or firm, making it seem interchangeable with '튼튼하다'.
'견고하다' is often used for inanimate objects and structures, implying a high degree of firmness and resistance to damage, often with a more formal or technical nuance. '튼튼하다' can be used for both animate and inanimate things and has a broader, more common usage.
이 다리는 아주 견고하게 지어졌어요. (This bridge was built very firmly.) 우리 집은 튼튼해서 걱정 없어요. (Our house is sturdy, so I don't worry.)
The shared '튼' syllable and similar meaning of 'robust' can make these words seem synonymous.
'튼실하다' emphasizes being solid, substantial, and robust, often implying good health or quality. It can be used for people, animals, or plants, suggesting a healthy and well-built condition. '튼튼하다' is more general for sturdiness.
이 아이는 아주 튼실하게 자랐어요. (This child grew up very robustly/healthily.) 이 의자는 튼튼해서 오래 쓸 수 있어요. (This chair is sturdy, so you can use it for a long time.)
When '튼튼하다' is used for people (e.g., '몸이 튼튼하다' - to be healthy/strong), it can overlap with '건강하다'.
'건강하다' specifically refers to being healthy and free from illness. While a healthy person might also be '튼튼하다' (strong/robust), '튼튼하다' focuses on the physical build and resilience, whereas '건강하다' focuses on the state of well-being.
건강하게 오래 사세요! (Live long and healthily!) 그는 몸이 튼튼해서 아프지 않아요. (He is sturdy/robust, so he doesn't get sick.)
'단단하다' means hard or firm, which can be confused with the sturdy aspect of '튼튼하다'.
'단단하다' emphasizes hardness, rigidity, or compactness. It refers to the material quality. '튼튼하다' focuses on the structural integrity and durability. Something can be hard ('단단하다') but not necessarily sturdy ('튼튼하다') in its construction.
이 돌은 아주 단단해요. (This stone is very hard.) 이 책상은 튼튼해서 흔들리지 않아요. (This desk is sturdy, so it doesn't wobble.)
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Think of a '튼튼한 튼' (teun-teun-han teun) a strong, sturdy 'tun' - like a tuna fish, which is very robust and healthy.
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Imagine a big, muscular bodybuilder flexing their '튼튼한' (teun-teun-han) muscles. Or visualize a very sturdy, well-built house with thick walls and a strong foundation, making it '튼튼하다' (teun-teun-ha-da).
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Try to describe five things around you using '튼튼하다'. For example, '이 의자는 튼튼해요.' (This chair is sturdy.) or '그 나무는 아주 튼튼합니다.' (That tree is very robust.)
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10 問튼튼하다 means something is strong, sturdy, or robust. Think of it like something that isn't easily broken or damaged.
Yes, you can! When used for people, 튼튼하다 describes someone who is healthy and strong. For example, '아이가 튼튼해요' means 'The child is healthy and strong.'
You can use 튼튼하다 to describe objects that are well-built or durable. For instance, '이 의자가 튼튼해요' means 'This chair is sturdy.' You can also say '튼튼한 가방' for 'a strong bag'.
튼튼하다 is a neutral term, so it's appropriate for both formal and informal situations. You don't need to worry about it being too polite or too casual.
While both mean 'strong,' 튼튼하다 often implies physical sturdiness and durability, like an object or a person's health. 강하다 (ganghada) can be more general, referring to strength in various contexts, like 'strong coffee' or 'a strong wind,' and can also be used for physical strength but is less focused on durability.
Here's an example: '이 건물은 아주 튼튼해요.' (This building is very sturdy.) Or, '매일 운동해서 몸이 튼튼해졌어요.' (I exercised every day, so my body became strong/healthy.)
While its primary meaning is physical strength and sturdiness, in some contexts, it can indirectly imply mental resilience if someone is described as 'healthy and robust' in a holistic sense. However, for purely mental strength, other words like '정신력이 강하다' (to have strong willpower) are more common.
A good opposite for 튼튼하다 would be 약하다 (yakada), which means 'to be weak' or 'fragile.' For example, '이 의자가 약해요' (This chair is weak/flimsy).
Not really. 튼튼하다 is quite direct in its meaning. It's more about describing a straightforward characteristic rather than being part of complex idioms.
No, you wouldn't use 튼튼하다 for food. You wouldn't say food is 'sturdy.' For food, you'd use words like '맛있다' (delicious) or '건강에 좋다' (good for health).
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Choose the sentence where '튼튼하다' is used correctly.
'튼튼하다' means sturdy or robust, often referring to physical objects that are well-built and durable. While it can describe a person's health, it's not typically used for abstract concepts like voice or the quality of food in this way.
Which of these objects would you most likely describe as '튼튼하다'?
'튼튼하다' describes something strong, sturdy, and not easily broken. A new toy car is typically built to be durable.
Select the best English translation for '저 아이는 몸이 튼튼해요.'
When describing a person, '몸이 튼튼하다' means they are healthy, strong, or robust.
A '튼튼한 다리' (strong bridge) would be safe to walk on. (튼튼한 다리는 안전해요.)
If a bridge is '튼튼하다' (strong/sturdy), it implies it is well-built and safe.
You would use '튼튼하다' to describe a very quiet sound. (조용한 소리를 튼튼하다고 말할 수 있어요.)
'튼튼하다' describes physical strength or durability, not auditory qualities like sound volume.
If your house is '튼튼하다', it means it is weak. (우리 집이 튼튼하다면, 그것은 약하다는 뜻이에요.)
If a house is '튼튼하다', it means it is strong and well-built, not weak.
This bag is sturdy.
That chair is strong.
Wear sturdy shoes.
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이 책상은 튼튼해요.
Focus: 튼튼해요
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저는 튼튼합니다.
Focus: 튼튼합니다
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건물이 튼튼해요.
Focus: 건물이 튼튼해요
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이 다리는 아주 ___해서 많은 차들이 지나갈 수 있어요.
The sentence talks about a bridge that can hold many cars, implying it is 'sturdy' or 'strong'.
규칙적인 운동은 몸을 ___하게 만들어요.
Regular exercise makes the body 'strong' or 'robust'.
이 의자는 나무로 만들어져서 정말 ___해요.
A chair made of wood is usually 'sturdy'.
아기가 ___하게 자라서 기뻐요.
Parents are happy when their baby grows up 'strong' or 'healthy'. '튼튼하게' is the adverbial form.
어린아이들은 매일 우유를 마셔서 뼈를 ___하게 해야 해요.
Drinking milk daily helps make bones 'strong'. '튼튼하게' is the adverbial form.
새로 산 신발은 아주 ___해서 오래 신을 수 있을 것 같아요.
New shoes that can be worn for a long time are usually 'sturdy' or 'durable'.
Which word best describes a house that can withstand a strong storm?
'튼튼하다' means to be strong or sturdy, which is ideal for a house that needs to endure a storm.
My bag is very ___ (strong) so I can put many books in it. Which Korean word fits best?
'튼튼하다' means strong or sturdy, which describes a bag that can hold many books.
If something is '튼튼하다', what is it NOT?
'튼튼하다' means strong, so '약하다' (weak) is the opposite.
이 다리는 튼튼해서 많은 사람이 건널 수 있어요. (This bridge is strong, so many people can cross it.) - Is '튼튼하다' used correctly here?
Yes, '튼튼하다' is used correctly to describe a strong bridge.
이 의자는 너무 튼튼해서 쉽게 부서져요. (This chair is too strong, so it breaks easily.) - Is this sentence logical?
No, if something is '튼튼하다' (strong), it should not break easily. This sentence is illogical.
제 친구는 몸이 튼튼해서 운동을 아주 잘해요. (My friend is physically strong, so they are very good at exercise.) - Does '튼튼하다' fit the context?
Yes, '튼튼하다' can describe someone who is physically strong and good at exercise.
The bag is sturdy.
The building was built robustly.
That tree is strong even in the wind.
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튼튼한 책상을 샀어요.
Focus: 튼튼한
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이 신발은 정말 튼튼해요.
Focus: 튼튼해요
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튼튼한 몸을 가지고 싶어요.
Focus: 몸을
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The correct order is '이' (this) + '책상은' (table is) + '튼튼해요' (strong/sturdy).
The correct order is '그' (that) + '건물은' (building is) + '튼튼하게' (strongly/sturdily) + '지어졌어요' (built).
The correct order is '운동해서' (by exercising) + '몸을' (body) + '튼튼하게' (strongly/robustly) + '만들어요' (make).
The bag is very sturdy, so it can be used for a long time.
Our baby is growing strong and healthy.
This chair is sturdy, so it's okay for several people to sit on it.
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이 다리는 튼튼하게 지어졌습니다.
Focus: 튼튼하게 (teun-teun-ha-ge)
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저는 튼튼한 몸을 가지고 싶어요.
Focus: 튼튼한 (teun-teun-han)
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그 건물은 지진에도 튼튼하다고 합니다.
Focus: 튼튼하다고 (teun-teun-ha-da-go)
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Describe a time you saw something very sturdy or robust. What was it? Why was it strong?
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제가 본 가장 튼튼한 건물은 우리 할아버지 집입니다. 70년 전에 지어졌지만 아직도 아주 튼튼해요. 특히 지붕이 튼튼해서 어떤 바람에도 괜찮아요. (The strongest building I've seen is my grandfather's house. It was built 70 years ago, but it's still very sturdy. Especially the roof is strong, so it's fine in any wind.)
Imagine you are buying a new piece of furniture. What qualities would you look for to make sure it is 튼튼하다? Write 2-3 sentences.
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새 가구를 살 때, 저는 먼저 재료가 튼튼한지 확인해요. 나무나 금속 같은 튼튼한 재료로 만들어진 것을 선호합니다. 그리고 조립이 잘 되어 있고 흔들리지 않는지 확인해서 오래 사용할 수 있는지 봅니다. (When buying new furniture, I first check if the materials are sturdy. I prefer those made of strong materials like wood or metal. And I check if it's well-assembled and doesn't wobble, so I can use it for a long time.)
Write a short sentence explaining why it's important for a child's toy to be 튼튼하다.
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아이들 장난감은 아이들이 안전하게 놀 수 있도록 튼튼해야 하고, 쉽게 부서지지 않아서 오래 사용할 수 있어야 합니다. (Children's toys need to be sturdy so children can play safely, and they shouldn't break easily so they can be used for a long time.)
Why is the bridge still sturdy?
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이 오래된 다리는 100년 전에 지어졌지만, 아직도 매우 튼튼해서 많은 차들이 매일 안전하게 지나갈 수 있습니다. 다리 건설에 사용된 재료들이 아주 튼튼했기 때문입니다.
Why is the bridge still sturdy?
The passage states, '다리 건설에 사용된 재료들이 아주 튼튼했기 때문입니다.' (Because the materials used in the bridge construction were very sturdy.)
The passage states, '다리 건설에 사용된 재료들이 아주 튼튼했기 때문입니다.' (Because the materials used in the bridge construction were very sturdy.)
What happens if you exercise regularly?
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운동을 꾸준히 하면 몸이 튼튼해지고 질병에 걸릴 확률이 줄어듭니다. 특히 규칙적인 유산소 운동은 심장을 튼튼하게 만드는 데 도움이 됩니다.
What happens if you exercise regularly?
The passage says, '운동을 꾸준히 하면 몸이 튼튼해지고 질병에 걸릴 확률이 줄어듭니다.' (If you exercise consistently, your body becomes strong and the probability of getting sick decreases.)
The passage says, '운동을 꾸준히 하면 몸이 튼튼해지고 질병에 걸릴 확률이 줄어듭니다.' (If you exercise consistently, your body becomes strong and the probability of getting sick decreases.)
What is a characteristic of the chairs made by this company?
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이 회사의 제품들은 품질이 좋기로 유명합니다. 특히 그들이 만드는 의자는 재료도 좋고 디자인도 튼튼해서 많은 사람들이 좋아합니다. 한번 사면 오래 사용할 수 있습니다.
What is a characteristic of the chairs made by this company?
The passage states, '그들이 만드는 의자는 재료도 좋고 디자인도 튼튼해서 많은 사람들이 좋아합니다.' (The chairs they make are liked by many people because the materials are good and the design is sturdy.)
The passage states, '그들이 만드는 의자는 재료도 좋고 디자인도 튼튼해서 많은 사람들이 좋아합니다.' (The chairs they make are liked by many people because the materials are good and the design is sturdy.)
다음 중 '튼튼하다'의 의미와 가장 가까운 표현은 무엇입니까?
'튼튼하다'는 물리적으로 강하고 잘 부서지지 않는 상태를 의미합니다.
오래된 건물이 여전히 ___ 서 있다.
오래된 건물이 '여전히 잘 버티고 있다'는 의미이므로 '튼튼하게'가 가장 적절합니다.
이 다리는 아무리 큰 태풍이 와도 ___ 않도록 설계되었습니다.
튼튼하게 설계되었다는 것은 '무너지지 않도록' 하는 것이 주된 목적입니다.
이 의자는 매우 튼튼해서 어린아이가 앉으면 부서질 수 있다.
'튼튼하다'는 부서지지 않는다는 의미이므로 어린아이가 앉는다고 부서지는 것은 모순됩니다.
규칙적인 운동은 우리의 심장을 튼튼하게 만들어준다.
운동을 통해 심장이 강해지고 건강해진다는 의미에서 '튼튼하다'를 사용할 수 있습니다.
그는 몸이 튼튼해서 감기에 자주 걸린다.
몸이 '튼튼하다'는 것은 건강하다는 의미이므로 감기에 자주 걸린다는 것은 반대되는 상황입니다.
The building was constructed to be strong enough to withstand an earthquake.
He made his body very strong through consistent exercise.
Our company can endure any crisis with its robust finances.
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이 다리는 아무리 큰 태풍이 와도 튼튼하게 버틸 겁니다.
Focus: 튼튼하게 (teun-teun-ha-ge)
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어릴 때부터 튼튼한 치아를 유지하는 것이 중요해요.
Focus: 튼튼한 치아 (teun-teun-han chi-a)
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그들의 우정은 어떤 시련에도 흔들리지 않을 만큼 튼튼합니다.
Focus: 튼튼합니다 (teun-teun-ham-ni-da)
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비정상적이다
B1Deviating from what is normal or usual; abnormal.
비정상이다
A2To be abnormal or irregular.
에 대해서
A2Indicating the topic or subject; about, concerning.
누적되다
B1To be accumulated or added up over a period of time. It is frequently used to describe the buildup of fatigue, debt, or environmental damage.
몸살
A2General body aches and fatigue, often accompanying a cold or flu.
몸살나다
A2To suffer from body aches and fatigue, often due to a cold.
쑤시다
B1To have a dull, throbbing pain; to ache.
에취
A2Achoo! (onomatopoeia for sneezing).
급성적이다
A2To be acute or sudden (e.g., an illness).
급성이다
A2Having a rapid onset and short course; to be acute (illness).
