Meaning
To feel a tingling or numb sensation in one's legs.
Cultural Background
Floor-sitting is traditional and leads to this sensation often. Similar floor-sitting culture (seiza) makes this a very common phrase. Less common in daily life due to chair usage. Often associated with sitting on carpets during long social visits.
Context is key
If you are with a Korean friend, they will understand if you say this. It's a very relatable feeling!
Meaning
To feel a tingling or numb sensation in one's legs.
Context is key
If you are with a Korean friend, they will understand if you say this. It's a very relatable feeling!
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb.
오래 앉아 있었더니 다리가 ____.
'저리다' is the correct verb for tingling legs.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercises오래 앉아 있었더니 다리가 ____.
'저리다' is the correct verb for tingling legs.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a very common and polite way to explain why you are moving.
Related Phrases
쥐가 나다
similarTo have a muscle cramp.
발이 저리다
similarFeet are tingling.
