Korean Dictionary
How to say "Buff" in Korean
“Buff” in Korean is 버프 (pronounced "beopeu").
버프
beopeu
Usage & Context
An enhancement to a character's abilities or statistics, either temporary during a match or permanent through a game update. Buffs are eagerly welcomed by Korean players whose favorite characters have been previously weakened.
Example Sentence
새 패치에서 이 캐릭터가 버프됐어요.
This character was buffed in the new patch.
How to use 버프 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Buff” is 버프, romanized as beopeu.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 버 (beo), sounds like 'buh' in 'butter'. The second syllable, 프 (peu), sounds like 'puh' with a soft 'p' sound, almost like a 'b', followed by the 'uh' sound from 'up'. Put it together: 'buh-buh'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining an item's effect to a new player in a game.
이 아이템을 사용하면 공격력이 버프돼요.
If you use this item, your attack power gets buffed.
A gamer expressing anticipation for an upcoming game update.
다음 패치에서 제 최애 캐릭터가 버프될 거라고 기대하고 있어요.
I'm hoping my favorite character will get buffed in the next patch.
A player describing a successful team strategy in an RPG or MOBA.
팀원들에게 버프를 걸어줘서 전투가 훨씬 쉬워졌어요.
I cast buffs on my teammates, so the battle became much easier.
Cultural Context
'버프' (beopeu) is another fundamental loanword in Korean gaming, serving as the direct opposite of '너프' (nerf). Players eagerly anticipate '버프' announcements for their preferred characters, especially if they've been weakened previously. The term is versatile, used across various game genres, and can even be used metaphorically in daily life, like saying '오늘 커피 마셨더니 버프 받은 느낌이야!' (I feel like I got a buff after drinking coffee today!).
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
버프 받다
To get a buff (Lit. 'receive a buff')
버프 걸다
To cast a buff (on someone)
버프 주다
To give a buff
Related Expressions
너프
neopeu
Nerf (Antonym)
상향
sanghyang
Upward adjustment/increase (More formal, general term)
강화시키다
ganghwa-si-ki-da
To strengthen/enhance (General verb)
OP (오피)
o-pi
Overpowered (Related concept, often a result of a strong buff)
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