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Basic Insults · Korean

How to say “jerk” in Korean

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jerk

Korean · 한국어

offensive

Translation

재수 없는 놈

Romanization

Jaesu eomneun nom

Pronunciation

jeh-soo awm-neun nohm

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

재수 없는 놈 — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "jerk".

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How do you say "jerk" in Korean?+

You say "재수 없는 놈" in Korean. The romanized form is "Jaesu eomneun nom", and a simple pronunciation cue is "jeh-soo awm-neun nohm".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

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

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "jeh-soo awm-neun nohm" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Jaesu eomneun nom".

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.