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쫄깃하다 (adjective)

To be chewy; to be springy.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Jolly' (쫄) 'Git' (깃) (guitar string) that is very springy and bouncy.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 쫄깃하다 for tough, overcooked meat. → 고기가 질겨요.

Spelling it as 졸깃하다. → 쫄깃하다.

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