부드러운
budeureoun
The English word 'soft' is translated into Korean as 부드러운 (budeureoun).
The term describes something that easily gives way under pressure. It is used for physical textures, such as fabric or food, as well as for abstract qualities, like a person's voice or personality.
Meaning: easily giving way under pressure (adj)
Which one should you use?
When describing texture, the opposite of 부드러운 is 딱딱한 (hard).
How does it change in a sentence?
The dictionary form of this adjective is 부드럽다. To use the word as an adverb meaning 'softly', you use the form 부드럽게.
How do you pronounce it?
budeureoun
Did you know?
- In Korean, the concept of softness is often expressed through onomatopoeia or mimetic words, such as 보들보들, which creates a much more vivid sensory image than the standard adjective.
- The adjective 부드럽다 is used to describe the taste of coffee or wine, referring to a 'smooth' flavor profile without harsh bitterness.
- Korean has a specific word, 말랑말랑한, for 'soft' objects that are squishy and bounce back, such as marshmallows or erasers.
Examples in context
- 이 베개는 부드럽다.This pillow is soft.
- 이 바닥은 부드러워.This floor is soft.
- 고양이의 털이 뽀송뽀송해.The cat's fur is soft and fluffy.
- 이 가죽은 아주 부드러운 편이에요.i gajugeun aju bujeoreoun pyeonieyo.This leather is on the very soft side.
- 빵이 아주 부드러운 느낌이에요.ppangi aju bujeoreun neukkimieyo.The bread has a very soft feel.
Example conversation
Dohyun and Minji are talking about a new cake they bought.
- 도현 Do-hyeon민지 씨, 이 케이크 정말 부드러운 것 같아요.Minji ssi, i keikeu jeongmal budeureoun geot gatayo.Minji, I think this cake is really soft.
- 민지 Min-ji맞아요, 입안에서 그냥 녹아요.majayo, iban-eseo geunyang nogayo.You're right, it just melts in your mouth.
- 도현 Do-hyeon어디서 샀는지 알려주세요.eodiseo sanneunji allyeojuseyo.Please tell me where you bought it.
- 민지 Min-ji집 앞 작은 가게에서 샀어요.jip ap jageun gage-eseo sasseoyo.I bought it at a small shop in front of my house.
