Meaning
A statement expressing fear.
Cultural Background
Koreans often use '무서워요' to express social hesitation, not just fear. Fear is a universal emotion, but the social acceptability of expressing it varies.
Particle check
Use '이/가' before '무서워요' to specify what is scary.
Meaning
A statement expressing fear.
Particle check
Use '이/가' before '무서워요' to specify what is scary.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct polite form?
I am scared.
무서워요 is the polite present tense.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI am scared.
무서워요 is the polite present tense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, '거미가 무서워요'.
Related Phrases
겁나다
synonymTo be scared
두렵다
similarTo be afraid/dread