대박
daebak
The English phrase 'slay queen' can be expressed in Korean as 대박 (daebak).
대박 is an expression used to praise someone for doing something impressively well or looking great.
How do you pronounce it?
daebak
Did you know?
- While 대박 means 'big hit', the word 박 (bak) originally refers to a gourd, which in Korean folklore often contains hidden treasures or surprises.
- In recent years, a similar vibe to 'slay' has been captured by the term 찢었다, which literally means 'you tore it up' or 'you ripped it'.
- The word 대박 literally translates to 'big hit' or 'big jackpot', originally referring to a successful strike in gambling or business.
Examples in context
- 오늘 스타일 진짜 대박이다!Oneul seutail jinja daebak-ida!Your style today is seriously amazing!
- 그 노래 진짜 대박이었어.Geu norae jinja daebak-ieosseo.That song was truly incredible.
Example conversation
Subin shows Jihoon a photo of her new outfit.
- 수빈 Su-bin지훈아, 이 옷 어때?Jihoon-a, i ot eottae?Jihoon, what do you think of this outfit?
- 지훈 Ji-hun와, 수빈아 진짜 대박이다!Wa, Subin-a jinja daebak-ida!Wow, Subin, you look amazing!
- 수빈 Su-bin정말? 고마워!Jeongmal? Gomawo!Really? Thank you!
- 지훈 Ji-hun완전 잘 어울려.Wanjeon jal eoullyeo.It suits you perfectly.
