At the A1 level, '뚱뚱하다' is introduced as a basic descriptive adjective to help learners talk about physical appearances. You will learn it alongside words like '크다' (big), '작다' (small), and '예쁘다' (pretty). At this stage, you should focus on the simple present tense ('뚱뚱해요') and using it to describe animals or general characters in textbooks. You will likely use it in simple Subject-Adjective sentences like 'The pig is fat' (돼지가 뚱뚱해요). The goal is simply to recognize the word and understand its basic meaning without worrying too much about the complex social taboos, though you should be told early on that it's a very direct word. You'll also learn to use the modifier form '뚱뚱한' to describe nouns, such as '뚱뚱한 고양이' (a fat cat). Exercises at this level usually involve matching pictures of different body types to the correct Korean word.
At the A2 level, you begin to use '뚱뚱하다' in more varied grammatical structures. You will learn how to use it with the past tense ('뚱뚱했어요') to describe how someone looked in the past. You will also start using particles like '보다' to make comparisons, such as '이 개가 저 개보다 더 뚱뚱해요' (This dog is fatter than that dog). You'll also encounter the 'become' form '-어지다', resulting in '뚱뚱해지다' (to become fat), which is very common when talking about lifestyle changes. You might practice simple dialogues about why someone is gaining weight, such as eating too much fast food. This level also introduces the contrast between '뚱뚱하다' and its softer counterpart '통통하다' (chubby), helping you choose the right word for the right context. You'll start to see it in short reading passages about health or daily routines.
At the B1 level, you should be aware of the social implications of using '뚱뚱하다'. You will learn to use it in complex sentences with connectors like '-아서/어서' (because) or '-(으)면' (if). For example, '뚱뚱해서 옷을 사기가 힘들어요' (Because I'm fat, it's hard to buy clothes). You'll also explore the use of '뚱뚱해 보이다' (to look fat), which is a common phrase in shopping or fashion contexts. At this stage, you are expected to understand the difference between describing a person's weight and describing an object's thickness (두껍다). You might engage in discussions about healthy habits, where you use '뚱뚱하다' to describe the physical state you want to avoid. You'll also learn more formal synonyms like '과체중' (overweight) or '비만' (obesity) and understand when to switch from casual '뚱뚱하다' to these more formal terms in a professional or academic setting.
At the B2 level, you will encounter '뚱뚱하다' in more abstract and societal contexts. You might read articles about '외모지상주의' (lookism) in Korea and how the word '뚱뚱하다' is used in the media to stigmatize certain body types. You will learn to use the word in more sophisticated grammatical structures, such as '뚱뚱하다고 해서 건강하지 않은 것은 아니다' (Just because someone is fat doesn't mean they aren't healthy). You'll also explore idiomatic expressions or slang related to being fat, though '뚱뚱하다' itself remains the core descriptive term. Your vocabulary will expand to include words for 'bulky' or 'muscular' to provide a contrast. You should be able to participate in a debate about body positivity or the impact of media on self-image, using '뚱뚱하다' as a central term for the physical state being discussed while navigating the sensitivity of the topic with appropriate honorifics and modifiers.
At the C1 level, you analyze the use of '뚱뚱하다' in literature and film. You look at how the word is used to build character or convey social status. You might study historical texts where '뚱뚱하다' (or its older forms) was used as a sign of prosperity, contrasting it with modern usage. You will master the nuances between '뚱뚱하다', '비대하다' (unusually large/bulky), and '뚱만하다' (slangy/informal). You'll also be able to use the word in hypothetical or rhetorical contexts. At this level, your understanding of the word is deeply tied to cultural literacy—you know exactly when it is being used ironically, cruelly, or clinically. You can write essays on the psychological effects of being labeled '뚱뚱하다' in a competitive society like Korea, using a wide range of related vocabulary and complex sentence structures to express subtle points of view.
At the C2 level, you have a native-like grasp of the word's resonance. You understand the etymological roots and how '뚱뚱' functions as a mimetic word in the broader Korean phonological system. You can interpret the word's use in poetry or high-level prose where it might be used metaphorically to describe a 'fat' (bloated) economy or a 'fat' (heavy) atmosphere. You are fully aware of the linguistic evolution of terms related to body image and can discuss the socio-linguistic shifts in how '뚱뚱하다' has been used over the decades. You can navigate the most sensitive conversations with ease, knowing when to avoid the word entirely in favor of euphemisms or when to use it for maximum impact in a creative or analytical piece. Your mastery allows you to use the word in any register, from the most informal slang to the most formal academic discourse, with perfect precision.

뚱뚱하다 30秒了解

  • 뚱뚱하다 means 'to be fat' and is used for people and animals with significant body fat.
  • It is a blunt and direct word that can be offensive if used carelessly in social settings.
  • The word conjugates as an adjective (뚱뚱해요, 뚱뚱한) and originates from a mimetic sound for bulging.
  • Common alternatives include '통통하다' (chubby) for a softer tone or '비만' (obesity) for medical contexts.

The Korean adjective 뚱뚱하다 (ddung-ddung-hada) is primarily used to describe a person or an animal that is fat, overweight, or has a large amount of body fat. In its most literal sense, it translates to 'to be fat.' However, the linguistic weight of this word in Korean society is significant. Unlike some English descriptors that might be used clinically or neutrally, 뚱뚱하다 is quite blunt. It is often perceived as a direct observation of someone's physical state, and because South Korean culture places a high premium on physical fitness and a slim aesthetic, using this word can often carry a negative or critical connotation unless used in specific, close-knit contexts.

Literal Meaning
The word is derived from the mimetic root '뚱뚱,' which evokes the image of something being swollen, bulging, or thick. It is a descriptive verb (adjective) that characterizes the physical volume of a living being.
Social Context
In Korea, commenting on someone's weight is more common than in many Western cultures, yet '뚱뚱하다' remains one of the most direct and potentially hurtful ways to describe someone. It is frequently used by doctors when discussing obesity, by family members (often older generations) when expressing concern about health, or in casual settings among very close friends.

어릴 때는 제가 조금 뚱뚱했어요. (I was a bit fat when I was young.)

A common way to reflect on past physical appearance.

The word is rarely used for objects. If you want to say a book is 'thick,' you would use '두껍다' (du-geop-da). If you want to say a line is 'thick,' you would use '굵다' (guk-da). Thus, 뚱뚱하다 is strictly reserved for the biological accumulation of fat. In modern Korean media, you will often hear this word in the context of 'dieting' (다이어트) or health discussions. It is the standard term for obesity in a non-medical sense, though the medical term is '비만' (bi-man).

우리 고양이는 너무 뚱뚱해서 걱정이에요. (I'm worried because my cat is too fat.)

Grammatical Function
As an adjective (descriptive verb), it conjugates like other '-하다' words. It can modify a noun directly as '뚱뚱한' (fat [noun]) or act as the predicate of a sentence.

Historically, being 'fleshy' was seen as a sign of wealth and health in agricultural Korea, as it indicated one had enough to eat. However, since the late 20th century, the rapid Westernization and the influence of the global fashion industry have shifted the perception. Today, 뚱뚱하다 is almost exclusively viewed through the lens of health risks or a lack of self-discipline in urban South Korea, making it a sensitive topic of conversation.

그는 뚱뚱한 편이지만 운동을 잘해요. (He is on the fat side, but he is good at sports.)

Using 뚱뚱하다 correctly requires an understanding of Korean conjugation and the appropriate level of politeness. Since weight is a sensitive topic, the level of formality you choose often reflects how carefully you are approaching the subject. Let's break down the various ways this adjective appears in daily speech and writing.

Basic Conjugations
  • Informal Non-Polite (Banmal): 뚱뚱해 (ddung-ddung-hae) - Used with friends or younger people.
  • Informal Polite (Haeyoche): 뚱뚱해요 (ddung-ddung-hae-yo) - The most common way to speak politely.
  • Formal Polite (Hapsoche): 뚱뚱합니다 (ddung-ddung-ham-ni-da) - Used in presentations, news reports, or when speaking to superiors.

요즘 운동을 안 해서 몸이 뚱뚱해졌어요. (I haven't exercised lately, so my body has become fat.)

When you want to describe a noun (e.g., 'a fat person'), you must change the adjective into its modifier form. For '뚱뚱하다', this becomes '뚱뚱한'. This allows you to place the adjective before the noun it describes. For example, '뚱뚱한 강아지' (a fat puppy) or '뚱뚱한 사람' (a fat person).

그 배우는 역할을 위해서 일부러 뚱뚱하게 분장했어요. (That actor intentionally put on makeup to look fat for the role.)

Common Sentence Patterns
  • [Subject] + 은/는 + 뚱뚱하다: Standard description. (e.g., 코끼리는 뚱뚱해요.)
  • [Subject] + 이/가 + 뚱뚱해지다: To become fat. (e.g., 동생이 갑자기 뚱뚱해졌어요.)
  • 뚱뚱해서 + [Problem/Result]: Because of being fat... (e.g., 뚱뚱해서 옷이 안 맞아요.)

In advanced usage, you might see '뚱뚱하다' combined with auxiliary verbs to express nuance. For instance, '뚱뚱해 보이다' means 'to look fat.' This is often used when talking about clothes that might not be flattering: '이 옷을 입으면 뚱뚱해 보여요' (If I wear this clothes, I look fat). This is a very common phrase in shopping contexts.

너무 뚱뚱하면 건강에 좋지 않습니다. (If you are too fat, it is not good for your health.)

You will encounter 뚱뚱하다 in various real-life scenarios in Korea, ranging from medical consultations to casual (though sometimes blunt) social interactions. Understanding where it is used helps in judging its appropriateness.

1. At the Hospital or Clinic
Doctors in Korea are often very direct. While they use '비만' (obesity) for formal diagnosis, they might use '뚱뚱하다' or '살이 쪘다' when explaining things to a patient in simpler terms. For example, '체중이 많이 나가서 뚱뚱한 상태입니다' (Your weight is high, so you are in a fat state).
2. Reality TV and Variety Shows
In Korean variety shows (예능), comedians often use their own weight as a source of humor. You will frequently hear cast members call each other '뚱뚱하다' as part of a comedic bit. Characters like '뚱4' (The Fat 4) from the show 'Delicious Guys' (맛있는 녀석들) embrace this label as part of their identity as food lovers.

TV에서 뚱뚱한 캐릭터가 인기예요. (Fat characters are popular on TV.)

Another common place to hear this word is in clothing stores. Customers often worry about looking '뚱뚱해 보이다' (looking fat) in certain outfits. Sales associates might reassure them by saying, '전혀 뚱뚱해 보이지 않아요' (You don't look fat at all). This interaction highlights the societal pressure to maintain a slim appearance.

In families, especially during holiday gatherings like Chuseok, elders might bluntly comment on a younger relative's weight gain by saying, '너 왜 이렇게 뚱뚱해졌니?' (Why did you become so fat?). While this sounds incredibly rude in a Western context, in traditional Korean culture, it was often intended as a clumsy way of showing concern for someone's well-being or commenting on their apparent 'prosperity.'

옛날에는 뚱뚱한 것이 부의 상징이었어요. (In the past, being fat was a symbol of wealth.)

3. Animal Descriptions
This is perhaps the 'safest' way to use the word. Describing a '뚱뚱한 고양이' (fat cat) or '뚱뚱한 돼지' (fat pig) is very common and carries less social risk than describing a human.

Learners of Korean often make mistakes with 뚱뚱하다 because of its specific usage constraints and the cultural sensitivity surrounding weight. Here are the most frequent errors to avoid.

1. Confusing with '두껍다' (Thick)
A common mistake is using '뚱뚱하다' to describe inanimate objects like books, walls, or ice. In English, we might say a book is 'fat,' but in Korean, you must use '두껍다'. Using '뚱뚱하다' for a book would sound like you are personifying the book as having body fat.
Incorrect: 이 책은 뚱뚱해요.
Correct: 이 책은 두꺼워요.
2. Overusing it in Social Situations
Because '뚱뚱하다' is very blunt, using it to someone's face is often considered an insult. Learners might think it's just a neutral adjective like 'tall' (키가 크다), but it carries much more negative weight. Unless you are a doctor or a very close family member, it is safer to use '살이 찌다' (to gain weight) or '통통하다' (chubby).

친구에게 뚱뚱하다고 말하면 상처를 줄 수 있어요. (Saying 'you are fat' to a friend can hurt them.)

Another nuance is the difference between '뚱뚱하다' and '통통하다'. '통통하다' is 'plump' or 'chubby' and is often used for babies or in a cute way. '뚱뚱하다' is definitively 'fat.' Mixing these up can change the tone of your sentence from 'cute' to 'harsh' instantly.

3. Confusing with '굵다' (Thick/Girthy)
When describing thick legs or fingers, Koreans use '굵다'. If you use '뚱뚱하다' for legs, it sounds like the legs themselves are obese, which is awkward.
Incorrect: 다리가 뚱뚱해요.
Correct: 다리가 굵어요.

코끼리의 다리는 굵지만 몸은 뚱뚱해요. (An elephant's legs are thick, but its body is fat.)

Since 뚱뚱하다 can be harsh, it is essential to know related words that allow for more nuance or politeness depending on the situation.

통통하다 (Chubby/Plump)
This is a much softer version. It is often used for healthy-looking babies or in a way that implies a pleasant amount of fullness. It is rarely offensive compared to 뚱뚱하다.
살이 찌다 (To Gain Weight / To be Fleshy)
This is a verb phrase. Instead of saying 'He is fat,' Koreans often say 'He has gained weight' (살이 쪘어요). This focuses on the change in state rather than a permanent characteristic, making it slightly more polite.
비만 (Obesity)
The clinical/medical term. You will see this in news reports, medical papers, or on the scale at the gym. '고도 비만' means 'morbid obesity.'

그 아이는 볼이 참 통통해요. (That child's cheeks are very chubby.)

For more positive or neutral descriptions of a large person, you might use '체격이 좋다' (to have a good/large build) or '덩치가 크다' (to have a large frame). These words focus on the size of the person's skeleton and muscle rather than just fat.

운동 선수들은 뚱뚱한 게 아니라 덩치가 큰 거예요. (Athletes aren't fat; they just have large frames.)

Summary Table
WordNuance
뚱뚱하다Blunt, potentially offensive
통통하다Soft, cute, plump
살이 찌다Neutral observation of weight gain
비만이다Medical, clinical

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The 'u' vowel (ㅜ) in Korean often represents 'dark' or 'heavy' sounds, whereas 'o' (ㅗ) represents 'bright' or 'light' sounds. This is why '뚱뚱' (ddung-ddung) sounds heavier and fatter than '통통' (tong-tong).

发音指南

UK /tuŋ.tuŋ.ɦa.da/
US /tuŋ.tuŋ.hɑ.dɑ/
The primary stress is on the first syllable '뚱' (ddung), with a secondary stress on the second '뚱'.
押韵词
통통하다 (tong-tong-hada) 당당하다 (dang-dang-hada) 생생하다 (saeng-saeng-hada) 빵빵하다 (ppang-ppang-hada) 단단하다 (dan-dan-hada) 깜깜하다 (kkam-kkam-hada) 딱딱하다 (ttak-ttak-hada) 든든하다 (deun-deun-hada)
常见错误
  • Pronouncing ㄸ like a soft 'd' or 't'. It must be tensed.
  • Making the 'u' sound like the 'u' in 'cup'. It should be closer to 'oo'.
  • Omitting the 'h' sound in 'hada'.
  • Not nasalizing the 'ng' (ㅇ) correctly.
  • Treating it as three syllables instead of four.

难度评级

阅读 1/5

Easy to recognize due to the repeating '뚱뚱' pattern.

写作 2/5

Requires correct use of tensed consonant ㄸ.

口语 2/5

Need to master the tensed 'tt' and nasal 'ng' sounds.

听力 1/5

The distinctive sound makes it easy to pick out in conversation.

接下来学什么

前置知识

크다 작다 사람 동물 먹다

接下来学习

날씬하다 마르다 통통하다 몸무게 건강

高级

비만 과체중 체격 신체 외모

需要掌握的语法

Adjective Modifier Form (-ㄴ/은)

뚱뚱한 + 사람 = 뚱뚱한 사람

Becoming Form (-어지다)

뚱뚱하다 + -어지다 = 뚱뚱해지다

Looking like (-해 보이다)

뚱뚱하다 + -해 보이다 = 뚱뚱해 보이다

Reason/Cause (-아서/어서)

뚱뚱해서 운동해요.

Comparison (보다)

코끼리가 하마보다 더 뚱뚱해요.

按水平分级的例句

1

돼지가 뚱뚱해요.

The pig is fat.

Simple present tense using the -해요 ending.

2

그 사람은 뚱뚱해요.

That person is fat.

Standard 'Subject + Adjective' structure.

3

뚱뚱한 고양이가 있어요.

There is a fat cat.

Modifier form '뚱뚱한' before the noun.

4

제 강아지는 안 뚱뚱해요.

My puppy is not fat.

Negation using '안'.

5

곰은 뚱뚱합니다.

The bear is fat.

Formal polite ending -합니다.

6

너무 뚱뚱해요.

It/He/She is too fat.

Adverb '너무' (too/very) used for emphasis.

7

판다는 뚱뚱하고 귀여워요.

Pandas are fat and cute.

Connecting two adjectives with -고.

8

누가 뚱뚱해요?

Who is fat?

Question form using '누가' (who).

1

어릴 때는 뚱뚱했어요.

I was fat when I was young.

Past tense '뚱뚱했어요'.

2

많이 먹어서 뚱뚱해졌어요.

I became fat because I ate a lot.

-해지다 indicates a change in state.

3

저는 형보다 더 뚱뚱해요.

I am fatter than my older brother.

Comparison using '보다 더'.

4

뚱뚱한 사람은 달리기가 힘들어요.

Fat people find it hard to run.

Noun phrase '뚱뚱한 사람' as a subject.

5

강아지가 너무 뚱뚱해지지 않게 조심하세요.

Be careful so your puppy doesn't get too fat.

-지 않게 (so that... not).

6

그는 뚱뚱하지만 힘이 세요.

He is fat, but he is strong.

Contrastive connector -지만.

7

왜 그렇게 뚱뚱해졌어요?

Why did you become so fat?

Questioning a change in state.

8

저는 뚱뚱한 게 싫어요.

I hate being fat.

Gerund form '뚱뚱한 것' (being fat).

1

뚱뚱해서 맞는 옷이 없어요.

Because I'm fat, there are no clothes that fit.

Causal connector -아서.

2

이 옷을 입으면 뚱뚱해 보여요.

If I wear this, I look fat.

-해 보이다 (to look [adjective]).

3

뚱뚱하다고 다 건강이 나쁜 건 아니에요.

Being fat doesn't mean your health is always bad.

-다고 해서... 는 것은 아니다 (partial negation).

4

건강을 위해서 뚱뚱한 몸을 관리해야 해요.

For your health, you need to manage a fat body.

Noun phrase '뚱뚱한 몸' (fat body).

5

그 영화배우는 뚱뚱한 역할을 맡았어요.

That movie actor took on a fat role.

Describing a specific 'role'.

6

갑자기 뚱뚱해지면 병원에 가보세요.

If you suddenly become fat, try going to the hospital.

Conditional -면.

7

뚱뚱한 것보다 통통한 게 더 귀여워요.

Being chubby is cuter than being fat.

Comparing two states using '보다'.

8

그는 뚱뚱한 편이라서 큰 옷을 입어요.

He is on the fat side, so he wears large clothes.

-ㄴ 편이다 (to be on the side of...).

1

한국 사회에서는 뚱뚱한 사람에 대한 편견이 심해요.

In Korean society, prejudice against fat people is severe.

-에 대한 (about/towards).

2

뚱뚱하다는 이유로 차별을 받아서는 안 됩니다.

One should not be discriminated against for being fat.

-다는 이유로 (for the reason that...).

3

그는 예전의 뚱뚱했던 모습은 찾아볼 수 없어요.

You can't find a trace of his former fat self.

Retrospective modifier -던.

4

뚱뚱하게 태어난 것이 제 잘못은 아니잖아요.

It's not my fault I was born fat, right?

-게 (adverbial form).

5

미디어는 뚱뚱한 사람들을 종종 희화화합니다.

The media often caricatures fat people.

Formal verb '희화화하다'.

6

뚱뚱함이 반드시 게으름을 의미하지는 않습니다.

Fatness does not necessarily mean laziness.

Noun form '뚱뚱함' (-함 suffix).

7

의사는 그에게 뚱뚱한 상태가 위험하다고 경고했어요.

The doctor warned him that being fat is dangerous.

Indirect speech -다고 경고하다.

8

뚱뚱한 체형을 보완해주는 코디법을 알아봅시다.

Let's look at styling methods that complement a fat body type.

Complex noun phrase.

1

사회가 규정한 '뚱뚱하다'의 기준은 시대에 따라 변합니다.

The standard of 'fat' defined by society changes with the times.

Relative clause '사회가 규정한'.

2

그 소설가는 뚱뚱한 주인공을 통해 인간의 욕망을 묘사했다.

The novelist depicted human desire through a fat protagonist.

Literary usage.

3

뚱뚱하다고 무시하는 태도는 지양해야 할 구태입니다.

The attitude of ignoring someone for being fat is an old habit that should be avoided.

Advanced vocabulary '지양하다', '구태'.

4

비만이라는 의학적 용어 대신 뚱뚱하다는 일상적 표현이 더 아프게 다가온다.

Instead of the medical term 'obesity,' the everyday expression 'fat' feels more painful.

Contrastive structure '대신'.

5

그는 뚱뚱한 자신의 모습을 거울 속에서 묵묵히 바라보았다.

He silently gazed at his fat reflection in the mirror.

Adverbial '묵묵히'.

6

뚱뚱함에 대한 공포가 거식증과 같은 심각한 질환을 야기하기도 한다.

The fear of being fat sometimes causes serious illnesses like anorexia.

Causal verb '야기하다'.

7

과거의 풍요로움을 상징하던 뚱뚱함이 이제는 자기관리 실패의 낙인이 되었다.

Fatness, which once symbolized past abundance, has now become a stigma of failed self-management.

Complex historical comparison.

8

뚱뚱한 체구에도 불구하고 그의 움직임은 매우 민첩했다.

Despite his fat physique, his movements were very agile.

-에도 불구하고 (despite).

1

뚱뚱하다는 형용사가 내포한 사회적 함의는 결코 가볍지 않다.

The social implications embedded in the adjective 'fat' are by no means light.

Advanced noun phrase with '내포한'.

2

언어적 폭력으로서의 '뚱뚱하다'는 개인의 자아존중감을 심각하게 훼손할 수 있다.

'Fat' as a form of linguistic violence can seriously damage an individual's self-esteem.

Abstract subject '언어적 폭력으로서의...'

3

그의 문체는 군더더기 없이 깔끔했지만, 묘사만큼은 뚱뚱할 정도로 상세했다.

His writing style was clean and without fluff, but his descriptions were detailed to the point of being 'fat' (bloated).

Metaphorical use of '뚱뚱하다'.

4

현대인의 미적 기준이 뚱뚱함에 대해 지나치게 가혹한 잣대를 들이대고 있다.

The aesthetic standards of modern people are applying an excessively harsh yardstick to fatness.

Idiomatic '잣대를 들이대다'.

5

뚱뚱한 신체가 주는 시각적 압도감이 이 예술 작품의 핵심이다.

The visual overwhelmingness provided by the fat body is the core of this artwork.

Artistic analysis.

6

우리는 '뚱뚱하다'라는 단어 속에 숨겨진 타자에 대한 혐오를 직시해야 한다.

We must confront the hatred for the 'other' hidden within the word 'fat'.

Sociological discourse.

7

신체의 다양성을 인정하지 않는 사회에서 '뚱뚱하다'는 선고와도 같다.

In a society that does not recognize body diversity, 'fat' is like a sentence.

Metaphorical '선고와도 같다'.

8

뚱뚱함이라는 물성 자체가 지닌 원초적인 생명력을 탐구하는 연극이다.

It is a play that explores the primal vitality inherent in the materiality of fatness itself.

Philosophical '물성 자체가 지닌'.

常见搭配

뚱뚱한 사람
뚱뚱한 고양이
너무 뚱뚱하다
뚱뚱해 보이다
뚱뚱해지다
조금 뚱뚱하다
뚱뚱한 체격
뚱뚱한 배
갑자기 뚱뚱해지다
뚱뚱한 캐릭터

常用短语

뚱뚱하면 건강에 안 좋아.

— If you are fat, it is bad for your health.

뚱뚱하면 건강에 안 좋으니까 운동 좀 해.

나 너무 뚱뚱해졌지?

— I've become too fat, right?

거울을 보며 '나 너무 뚱뚱해졌지?'라고 물었다.

뚱뚱한 게 죄는 아니잖아.

— Being fat isn't a crime.

뚱뚱한 게 죄는 아니지만 관리는 필요해.

뚱뚱한 편이에요.

— I am/He is on the fat side.

저는 어렸을 때부터 뚱뚱한 편이었어요.

뚱뚱해 보이지 않아요.

— You don't look fat.

그 옷 입어도 전혀 뚱뚱해 보이지 않아요.

뚱뚱해서 고민이에요.

— I'm worried because I'm fat.

요즘 너무 뚱뚱해서 고민이에요.

뚱뚱한 남자가 이상형이에요.

— My ideal type is a fat man.

그녀는 뚱뚱한 남자가 이상형이라고 말했다.

뚱뚱해도 괜찮아.

— It's okay even if you are fat.

뚱뚱해도 괜찮아, 건강하기만 하면 돼.

뚱뚱한 강아지가 귀엽긴 해.

— Fat puppies are cute, though.

뚱뚱한 강아지가 귀엽긴 하지만 건강엔 나빠.

뚱뚱한 몸매.

— A fat figure/body.

뚱뚱한 몸매를 가리기 위해 큰 옷을 입었다.

容易混淆的词

뚱뚱하다 vs 두껍다

Used for the thickness of objects like books or ice, never for people.

뚱뚱하다 vs 굵다

Used for the girth/thickness of long things like legs, fingers, or ropes.

뚱뚱하다 vs 통통하다

Used for chubby/plump appearance, which is softer than 뚱뚱하다.

习语与表达

"뚱뚱한 지갑"

— A fat wallet (metaphor for having a lot of money).

그의 지갑은 항상 뚱뚱하다.

Metaphorical
"뚱뚱한 소리"

— Nonsense or exaggerated talk (rarely used).

그건 너무 뚱뚱한 소리야.

Slang/Rare
"뚱뚱한 보름달"

— A full, round moon.

하늘에 뚱뚱한 보름달이 떴다.

Poetic
"뚱뚱한 거짓말"

— A big, obvious lie.

그는 뚱뚱한 거짓말을 늘어놓았다.

Informal
"뚱뚱한 구름"

— Thick, heavy clouds.

하늘에 뚱뚱한 먹구름이 가득하다.

Descriptive
"뚱뚱한 배짱"

— Great courage or audacity.

그는 뚱뚱한 배짱으로 사장님께 대들었다.

Informal
"뚱뚱한 인심"

— Generous hospitality/generosity.

시골 할머니의 뚱뚱한 인심을 느꼈다.

Colloquial
"뚱뚱한 복채"

— A large fee for a fortune teller.

그는 뚱뚱한 복채를 내고 점을 봤다.

Traditional
"뚱뚱한 떡"

— A large, thick rice cake.

뚱뚱한 떡을 한 입 베어 물었다.

Descriptive
"뚱뚱한 결과"

— A significant or heavy result.

이번 사건은 뚱뚱한 결과를 초래했다.

Abstract

容易混淆

뚱뚱하다 vs 두껍다

Both mean 'thick/fat' in English.

두껍다 is for objects (books, walls). 뚱뚱하다 is for living beings (fat).

책이 두꺼워요 (The book is thick). 사람이 뚱뚱해요 (The person is fat).

뚱뚱하다 vs 굵다

Both relate to large size.

굵다 is for diameter/girth (legs, trees). 뚱뚱하다 is for overall body fat.

다리가 굵어요 (Legs are thick/sturdy). 몸이 뚱뚱해요 (The body is fat).

뚱뚱하다 vs 통통하다

Similar meanings.

통통하다 is cute/plump. 뚱뚱하다 is blunt/fat.

아기가 통통해요 (The baby is plump).

뚱뚱하다 vs 부풀다

Both imply being large/swollen.

부풀다 is to swell with air/liquid. 뚱뚱하다 is fat.

풍선이 부풀었어요 (The balloon is swollen/inflated).

뚱뚱하다 vs 크다

General word for 'big'.

크다 can mean tall or large. 뚱뚱하다 specifically means fat.

키가 커요 (Tall). 몸이 뚱뚱해요 (Fat).

句型

A1

N은/는 뚱뚱해요.

돼지는 뚱뚱해요.

A1

뚱뚱한 N

뚱뚱한 고양이

A2

N이/가 뚱뚱해졌어요.

동생이 뚱뚱해졌어요.

A2

N보다 더 뚱뚱해요.

그가 나보다 더 뚱뚱해요.

B1

뚱뚱해서 V

뚱뚱해서 못 뛰어요.

B1

뚱뚱해 보여요.

뚱뚱해 보이지 않아요.

B2

뚱뚱하다고 해서...

뚱뚱하다고 해서 게으른 건 아니에요.

C1

뚱뚱함에도 불구하고

뚱뚱함에도 불구하고 날렵해요.

词族

名词

뚱뚱보 (fatty/fat person - informal/teasing)
뚱뚱함 (fatness)

动词

뚱뚱해지다 (to become fat)

形容词

뚱뚱하다 (fat)
뚱뚱한 (fat - modifier)

相关

비만 (obesity)
살 (flesh/fat)
몸무게 (body weight)
다이어트 (diet)
체중 (weight)

如何使用

frequency

High (especially in casual or health-related contexts)

常见错误
  • Using 뚱뚱하다 for a book. 두껍다

    뚱뚱하다 is only for people/animals. Use 두껍다 for objects.

  • Saying '뚱뚱하고 있다'. 뚱뚱해지고 있다

    Adjectives cannot be used in the progressive form. Use the '-해지다' (become) form.

  • Using it to a stranger. None (avoid the topic)

    It is very rude to call a stranger fat in Korea.

  • Confusing 뚱뚱하다 with 굵다. 다리가 굵다

    Use 굵다 for the thickness of legs or fingers, not 뚱뚱하다.

  • Thinking 뚱뚱하다 is a verb. It is an adjective.

    It describes a state, so it follows adjective conjugation rules (e.g., 뚱뚱한 사람, not 뚱뚱하는 사람).

小贴士

Avoid Direct Use

In Korea, people are very sensitive about weight. Avoid using '뚱뚱하다' to describe anyone you are not extremely close to.

Modifier Form

Remember to use '뚱뚱한' when placing the word before a noun, like '뚱뚱한 강아지'.

Use '살이 찌다'

If you want to comment on someone's weight gain more gently, use the verb phrase '살이 찌다'.

Tense the 'tt'

The first sound is ㄸ, not ㄷ. Make sure to tense your throat to get the sharp 'tt' sound.

Safe for Pets

It is perfectly fine and common to use this word for pets or wild animals like bears.

Looking Fat

Use '뚱뚱해 보여요?' (Do I look fat?) when trying on clothes to ask for an honest opinion.

Chubby vs Fat

Use '통통하다' for babies. It sounds much more natural and affectionate.

Clinical Term

Recognize '비만' in formal settings, but know that '뚱뚱하다' is the everyday word.

Slim is '날씬하다'

Learn the opposite '날씬하다' (slim) as it is a very common compliment in Korea.

Mimetic Power

The 'u' (ㅜ) sound in Korean often represents heavy things. '뚱뚱' sounds much heavier than '통통'.

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of two round 'D's (뚱뚱) standing next to each other like a pair of large, round bellies.

视觉联想

Imagine a very round panda or a balloon that is about to pop. The 'tt' sound (ㄸ) is like the sound of a heavy step.

Word Web

살 (fat) 돼지 (pig) 비만 (obesity) 날씬하다 (slim) 먹다 (eat) 운동 (exercise) 몸 (body) 옷 (clothes)

挑战

Try to find 3 animals that are 뚱뚱하다 and name them in Korean (e.g., 뚱뚱한 하마 - fat hippo).

词源

Derived from the Korean mimetic root '뚱뚱' (ddung-ddung). Mimetic words in Korean often use vowel and consonant harmony to evoke physical sensations.

原始含义: Originally mimicked the appearance of something bulging, swollen, or thick.

Koreanic (Native Korean word).

文化背景

Never use this word to describe a superior, a stranger, or someone you are not very close to. It is highly likely to cause offense.

In English, calling someone 'fat' is one of the most offensive things you can say. In Korean, '뚱뚱하다' is similarly blunt but sometimes used more casually by older generations.

The comedian Kim Joon-hyun is famous for his '뚱뚱한' image. The movie '200 Pounds Beauty' (미녀는 괴로워) deals with the social treatment of 뚱뚱한 women. The 'Delicious Guys' (맛있는 녀석들) variety show features four '뚱뚱한' comedians.

在生活中练习

真实语境

Health/Doctor

  • 살을 빼야 해요
  • 비만입니다
  • 운동하세요
  • 건강이 나빠요

Shopping

  • 뚱뚱해 보여요?
  • 더 큰 사이즈 있어요?
  • 날씬해 보여요
  • 작아요

Talking about Pets

  • 우리 개가 뚱뚱해요
  • 사료를 너무 많이 줬어요
  • 귀여워요
  • 산책가자

Self-Reflection

  • 나 뚱뚱해졌어
  • 다이어트 해야지
  • 어떡하지?
  • 운동 시작할 거야

Watching TV

  • 저 배우 뚱뚱하다
  • 캐릭터가 웃겨요
  • 분장한 거예요?
  • 진짜 살찐 건가?

对话开场白

"요즘 제가 너무 뚱뚱해진 것 같지 않나요?"

"뚱뚱한 고양이를 본 적이 있어요?"

"사람들은 왜 뚱뚱한 것을 싫어할까요?"

"뚱뚱한 사람이 운동을 하면 더 멋있어 보여요."

"어렸을 때 뚱뚱한 편이었어요, 아니면 날씬한 편이었어요?"

日记主题

자신의 체형에 대해 어떻게 생각하는지 써 보세요. (Write about how you feel about your body type.)

뚱뚱한 동물에 대한 재미있는 이야기를 만들어 보세요. (Create a funny story about a fat animal.)

한국의 외모 기준에 대해 자신의 의견을 써 보세요. (Write your opinion on Korean beauty standards.)

건강을 위해 무엇을 하고 있는지 설명해 보세요. (Explain what you are doing for your health.)

뚱뚱하다는 말을 들었을 때의 기분이 어떨지 상상해 보세요. (Imagine how it would feel to be called fat.)

常见问题

10 个问题

Yes, in most social contexts in Korea, calling someone '뚱뚱하다' is considered blunt and potentially offensive. It is similar to calling someone 'fat' in English. It is safer to use euphemisms like '살이 찌다' (to have gained weight) or '체격이 좋다' (to have a good build).

No. For a 'fat' or thick book, you must use '두껍다' (du-geop-da). '뚱뚱하다' is only for people and animals.

'통통하다' (tong-tong-hada) means 'chubby' or 'plump' and is often used in a positive or cute way, especially for babies. '뚱뚱하다' is more direct and implies a larger amount of excess weight.

You can say '살이 찌고 있어요' (I am gaining weight) or '뚱뚱해지고 있어요' (I am becoming fat).

There isn't really a 'polite' way to say 'fat,' but you can use '체격이 크다' (has a large frame) or '통통하다' (chubby) to be less harsh.

The medical term for obesity is '비만' (bi-man). You will hear this at hospitals or in news reports.

Yes! It is very common and acceptable to describe pets as '뚱뚱하다'. It often sounds cute when talking about animals.

In Korean grammar, it is an adjective (descriptive verb). This means it describes a state rather than an action.

You can use '뚱뚱함' (fatness) or '비만' (obesity). To call someone a 'fatty,' you can use '뚱뚱보' (informal/teasing).

It is a mimetic word. The sound '뚱' evokes the image of something bulging or heavy. Repeating it as '뚱뚱' intensifies that image.

自我测试 200 个问题

writing

Translate: 'The pig is fat.'

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Translate: 'I was fat when I was a child.'

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Translate: 'Do I look fat in this dress?'

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Translate: 'He became fat because he didn't exercise.'

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Translate: 'Being fat is not good for your health.'

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Translate: 'There is a fat cat on the road.'

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Translate: 'My brother is fatter than me.'

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Translate: 'I don't want to be fat.'

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writing

Translate: 'The bear is fat and big.'

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writing

Translate: 'If you eat too much, you will get fat.'

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writing

Translate: 'He is on the fat side but very fast.'

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writing

Translate: 'I am worried about my fat dog.'

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writing

Translate: 'Why is that cat so fat?'

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writing

Translate: 'That actor intentionally became fat for the movie.'

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writing

Translate: 'Obesity is a serious problem.' (Use 비만)

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writing

Translate: 'I look fat in black clothes.'

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writing

Translate: 'Please don't call me fat.'

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Translate: 'A fat pig is in the farm.'

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writing

Translate: 'Is being fat a crime?'

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Translate: 'My wallet is fat today.'

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Describe a fat animal in Korean.

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Say 'I am a bit fat' in a polite way.

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Ask a friend if you look fat in your current outfit.

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Say 'I became fat because I ate too much pizza.'

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Tell someone that being fat is not a problem.

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Say 'My dog is fatter than yours.'

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Say 'I was fat 10 years ago.'

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Say 'He is fat but handsome.'

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Say 'I want to see a fat panda.'

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Say 'Don't eat too much, or you'll get fat.'

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Say 'Being fat is bad for the heart.'

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Say 'There is a fat bear in the mountains.'

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Say 'I don't think you look fat at all.'

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Say 'I need to exercise to not get fat.'

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Say 'The actor became fat for his new role.'

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Say 'My wallet is very fat today!'

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Say 'Is your cat fat?'

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Say 'I am on the fat side.'

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Say 'Fat people are often misunderstood.'

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Say 'I hate being fat.'

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Listen to: '돼지가 뚱뚱해요.' What is fat?

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Listen to: '어릴 때 뚱뚱했어요.' When was the person fat?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱해 보이지 않아요.' Does the person look fat?

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Listen to: '운동 안 하면 뚱뚱해져요.' What happens if you don't exercise?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱한 고양이가 귀여워요.' What is cute?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱해서 옷이 작아요.' Why are the clothes small?

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Listen to: '비만은 건강에 나쁩니다.' What is bad for health?

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Listen to: '그는 뚱뚱한 편이에요.' Is he very fat or just on the side of being fat?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱한 지갑이 부러워요.' What does the speaker envy?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱하지만 힘이 세요.' Is the person weak?

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Listen to: '갑자기 뚱뚱해졌어요.' Did the weight gain happen slowly or suddenly?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱한 게 죄인가요?' What is the speaker asking?

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Listen to: '너무 뚱뚱하면 안 돼요.' Is it okay to be very fat?

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Listen to: '뚱뚱한 캐릭터가 나와요.' Who appears in the scene?

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Listen to: '통통한 아기가 예뻐요.' Is the baby fat or plump/chubby?

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