Basic Insults · Korean
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Korean · 한국어
Translation
광대
Romanization
Gwangdae
Pronunciation
gwahng-deh
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
광대 — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "clown".
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FAQ
You say "광대" in Korean. The romanized form is "Gwangdae", and a simple pronunciation cue is "gwahng-deh".
This entry is marked as rude. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "gwahng-deh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Gwangdae".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.