Meaning
A common phrase of encouragement, adapted from English 'Fighting'.
Cultural Background
It is a staple of K-pop culture; idols often end videos with '파이팅!' to connect with fans. Used in morning meetings to set a positive tone for the workday. Parents often write '파이팅' on lunchboxes for children taking exams.
Use with a fist
Clenching your fist while saying '파이팅!' makes it look much more natural and enthusiastic.
Don't over-apologize
If you use it incorrectly, don't worry! Koreans appreciate the effort to use their language.
Meaning
A common phrase of encouragement, adapted from English 'Fighting'.
Use with a fist
Clenching your fist while saying '파이팅!' makes it look much more natural and enthusiastic.
Don't over-apologize
If you use it incorrectly, don't worry! Koreans appreciate the effort to use their language.
Combine it
Try saying '오늘도 파이팅!' (Fighting today too!) for a very natural daily greeting.
Test Yourself
Which is the most natural way to cheer for a friend?
친구에게 응원을 보낼 때 가장 자연스러운 말은?
파이팅 is the standard expression for encouragement.
Complete the sentence.
내일 면접 잘 보세요. ______!
It is the appropriate cheer for an interview.
Match the situation to the expression.
When your team is playing a game, what do you say?
Used for sports cheering.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 나 오늘 중요한 발표가 있어. B: ______!
B is encouraging A.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises친구에게 응원을 보낼 때 가장 자연스러운 말은?
파이팅 is the standard expression for encouragement.
내일 면접 잘 보세요. ______!
It is the appropriate cheer for an interview.
When your team is playing a game, what do you say?
Used for sports cheering.
A: 나 오늘 중요한 발표가 있어. B: ______!
B is encouraging A.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsIt is 'Konglish'. It is not 'bad', it is just a unique Korean adaptation.
It is better to use '힘내십시오' for a boss to be safe and polite.
It is just a phonetic variation. Both are correct.
No, it is used for everything from exams to work.
It might be a bit weird, but generally seen as friendly.
Add '하세요' to make it '파이팅하세요'.
Yes, very common in texts and social media.
No, it means 'let's do our best'.
Related Phrases
힘내세요
synonymPlease gain strength
아자아자
similarGo! Go!
잘할 수 있어
builds onYou can do it well
