Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bold" in Korean
“Bold” in Korean is 대담하다 (pronounced "Daedamhada").
대담하다
Daedamhada
Usage & Context
Describes courageous, fearless action or decision-making. Admired in business, art, and leadership contexts in Korea. 대담한 도전 (bold challenge) is frequently praised in Korean entrepreneurship and creative communities.
Example Sentence
그 사람은 대담하게 자신의 의견을 말했어요.
That person boldly spoke their opinion.
How to use 대담하다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bold” is 대담하다, romanized as Daedamhada.
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 대담하다.
Pronunciation Guide
대 (dae) sounds like 'day' in 'daylight'. 담 (dam) is like 'dam' in 'dam'. 하 (ha) is like 'ha' in 'haha', and 다 (da) is like 'da' in 'dad'. The pronunciation is quite straightforward, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
대담합니다 / 대담해요
Daedamhamnida / Daedamhaeyo
대담합니다 is more formal, 대담해요 is standard polite.
Casual (반말)
대담해
Daedamhae
Used with close friends or those younger than you.
More Example Sentences
Describing a leader's action in a business crisis.
그는 대담한 결정을 내려 회사를 위기에서 구했다.
He made a bold decision and saved the company from crisis.
Commenting on an artist's style.
대담한 색깔을 사용해서 그림을 그리는 화가예요.
She's an artist who paints using bold colors.
Referring to a public figure's impactful speech.
그녀의 대담한 발언은 많은 사람들에게 영감을 주었다.
Her bold statement inspired many people.
Cultural Context
대담하다 (bold) generally carries a positive connotation in Korea, especially when referring to leadership, innovation, or artistic expression. Phrases like '대담한 도전' (bold challenge) are often used to praise entrepreneurial spirit or creative endeavors. In K-dramas, a '대담한' character might be a strong, independent protagonist or a visionary who isn't afraid to go against the norm.
Editorial note
We review entries like 대담하다 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
대담한 도전
a bold challenge
대담한 시도
a bold attempt
대담하게 행동하다
to act boldly
Related Expressions
용감하다
Yonggamhada
to be brave, courageous (synonym)
과감하다
Gwagamhda
to be daring, resolute (synonym, often implies quick action)
소심하다
Sosimhda
to be timid, faint-hearted (antonym)
대담성
Daedamseong
boldness, daring (noun)
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