Korean Dictionary
How to say "Awestruck" in Korean
“Awestruck” in Korean is 경외감을 느끼다 (pronounced "Gyeongoeagameul neukkida").
경외감을 느끼다
Gyeongoeagameul neukkida
Usage & Context
Describes overwhelming wonder and reverence before something magnificent. Often felt in nature, before great art, or in spiritual contexts. Korean cultural sites like temples and palaces frequently evoke this feeling in visitors.
Example Sentence
광활한 자연 앞에서 경외감을 느꼈어요.
Standing before the vast nature, I felt awestruck.
How to use 경외감을 느끼다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Awestruck” is 경외감을 느끼다, romanized as Gyeongoeagameul neukkida.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 경외감을 느끼다.
Pronunciation Guide
경 (Gyeong) sounds like 'gyung' in 'young,' but with a 'g' sound at the beginning and the 'eo' vowel like the 'o' in 'son.' 외 (oe) sounds like 'way' in 'way out.' 감 (gam) sounds like 'gahm' in 'gum.' 을 (eul) is a short 'ul' sound. 느 (neu) sounds like 'neu' in 'new.' 끼 (kki) sounds like 'kki' in 'ski,' and 다 (da) sounds like 'da' in 'dad.' The phrase flows smoothly, with a slight emphasis on '경외감.'
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
경외감을 느낍니다
Gyeongoeagameul neukkimnida
Uses the formal '-(스)ㅂ니다' ending.
Casual (반말)
경외감을 느껴
Gyeongoeagameul neukkyeo
Uses the casual '-아/어' ending.
More Example Sentences
Experiencing the grandeur of a musical performance.
웅장한 오케스트라 연주를 들으며 경외감을 느꼈어요.
Listening to the magnificent orchestra performance, I felt awestruck.
Describing the profound wonder felt by astronauts viewing Earth from space.
우주 비행사들은 지구의 아름다움에 경외감을 느낀다고 말합니다.
Astronauts say they feel awestruck by the beauty of Earth.
A spiritual or contemplative experience at a historical site.
오래된 사찰의 고요함 속에서 경외감을 느끼며 명상했어요.
In the tranquility of the ancient temple, I meditated, feeling awestruck.
Cultural Context
경외감을 느끼다 expresses a profound sense of reverence, wonder, and sometimes a slight humility in the face of something grand, sacred, or overwhelmingly beautiful. It's a common sentiment when visiting ancient temples, majestic mountains, or experiencing powerful art in Korea. This feeling often aligns with traditional Korean aesthetics that appreciate the harmony between humans and nature, or the spiritual depth of historical sites.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
경외감을 불러일으키다
To evoke a sense of awe.
자연에 대한 경외감
Awe towards nature.
경외감에 휩싸이다
To be engulfed in awe.
Related Expressions
감탄하다
Gamtanhada
To admire, be impressed (less intense)
경이롭다
Gyeongiropta
To be wondrous, marvelous (describes the object, not the feeling)
숭고하다
Sunggohada
To be sublime, noble (describes the object)
무감각하다
Mugamgakhada
To be insensitive, apathetic (antonym)
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