Meaning
Expressing extreme dislike or aversion towards something.
Cultural Background
The term '극혐' is part of a larger trend of 'Hyeom-o' (hatred) discourse in Korea. While often used lightly, it can sometimes be linked to more serious social issues like 'misandry' (남혐) or 'misogyny' (여혐). Young Koreans use '극혐' to bond over shared dislikes. It's a way of saying 'I'm on your side' when a friend complains about something unpleasant. Korea has many 'polarizing' foods (like mint chocolate or Hawaiian pizza). '극혐' is the standard way to join the 'war' over these food choices. Korea places high value on public order. '극혐' is frequently used to criticize those who break social norms in public spaces like subways or cafes.
Watch the Intensity
Remember that '극혐' literally means 'Extreme Hatred.' Using it for small things can make you seem very negative.
Use with '완전'
To sound more like a native, add '완전' (totally) before it: '완전 극혐!'
Meaning
Expressing extreme dislike or aversion towards something.
Watch the Intensity
Remember that '극혐' literally means 'Extreme Hatred.' Using it for small things can make you seem very negative.
Use with '완전'
To sound more like a native, add '완전' (totally) before it: '완전 극혐!'
Texting Style
In KakaoTalk, you can just type 'ㄱㅎ' as a shortcut for '극혐'.
Verb vs Noun
Use '극혐이야' for things/situations and '극혐해' for your own feelings/actions.
Test Yourself
Choose the most natural reaction to seeing a giant spider in your room.
방에 아주 큰 거미가 있어요! 뭐라고 할까요?
Seeing a spider is a typical situation for expressing 'extreme disgust' (극혐).
Fill in the blank to say 'I loathe people who lie.'
나는 거짓말하는 사람을 정말 ( ).
The verb form '극혐하다' is used to express loathing toward a specific type of person or behavior.
Match the situation to the appropriate level of '극혐'.
Which prefix makes '극혐' the strongest?
'핵' (nuclear) is a common slang prefix used to intensify the meaning to the maximum level.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: 저 사람 지하철에서 신발 벗고 있네. B: 와, 진짜 ( ).
Taking off shoes on the subway is considered rude behavior, making '극혐이다' the natural response.
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Visual Learning Aids
Levels of Dislike
Practice Bank
4 exercises방에 아주 큰 거미가 있어요! 뭐라고 할까요?
Seeing a spider is a typical situation for expressing 'extreme disgust' (극혐).
나는 거짓말하는 사람을 정말 ( ).
The verb form '극혐하다' is used to express loathing toward a specific type of person or behavior.
Which prefix makes '극혐' the strongest?
'핵' (nuclear) is a common slang prefix used to intensify the meaning to the maximum level.
A: 저 사람 지하철에서 신발 벗고 있네. B: 와, 진짜 ( ).
Taking off shoes on the subway is considered rude behavior, making '극혐이다' the natural response.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsIt's not a 'curse word' like a swear, but it is very strong slang. It's inappropriate for formal settings.
Generally, no. It sounds too casual and slightly disrespectful unless your parents are very cool and you're joking.
'Hyeom-o' is the formal noun for hatred. 'Geuk-hyeom' is the slang for 'extreme disgust.'
You can say '극혐이야' (It's disgusting) or '소름 돋아' (I got goosebumps/I'm creeped out).
Absolutely not. Use '혐오스럽다' or '바람직하지 않다' instead.
'핵' means nuclear. It's just a way to say 'super duper disgusting.'
Yes, but it's a very strong insult. It means you find that person repulsive.
It's the initial consonants of 극혐 (ㄱ, ㅎ).
Yes, if the movie was gross or really terrible, you can say '영화 진짜 극혐이었어.'
Not really, because the concept itself is blunt. '정말 싫어요' is the polite way to say you hate something.
No, unlike 'daebak' which can be good or bad, '극혐' is always negative.
Yes, it has become a standard part of the Korean slang vocabulary.
Related Phrases
혐오스럽다
similarTo be disgusting (standard word)
안구 테러
similarEye terror
오글거리다
similarTo be cringey
극혐주의
specialized formDisgust warning
혐짤
specialized formDisgusting photo
