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Basic Insults · Korean

How to say “fake” in Korean

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fake

Korean · 한국어

rude

Translation

가짜

Romanization

Gajja

Pronunciation

gah-jjah

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

가짜 — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "fake".

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FAQ

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How do you say "fake" in Korean?+

You say "가짜" in Korean. The romanized form is "Gajja", and a simple pronunciation cue is "gah-jjah".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

This entry is marked as rude. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "gah-jjah" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Gajja".

When should I 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.