Korean Dictionary
How to say "Daebak (awesome)" in Korean
“Daebak (awesome)” in Korean is 대박 (pronounced "Daebak").
대박
Daebak
Usage & Context
An exclamation meaning 'jackpot', 'awesome', or 'amazing'. Originally meant windfall/jackpot but evolved into a general expression of amazement. One of the most recognizable Korean slang words internationally. 대박이다! is used for both positive surprises and disbelief at something shocking.
Example Sentence
이 게임에서 1등 했어요? 대박!
You got first place in this game? Daebak!
How to use 대박 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Daebak (awesome)” is 대박, romanized as Daebak.
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 대박.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'Dae-bak'. 'Dae' sounds like 'day' in English. 'Bak' sounds like 'back' in English. The stress is fairly even on both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Reacting to someone's academic success.
와, 이번 시험 만점 받았어? 대박!
Wow, you got a perfect score on this exam? Daebak!
Recommending a great restaurant.
그 식당 음식 진짜 맛있더라. 완전 대박이었어!
The food at that restaurant was really delicious. It was totally daebak!
Enthusiastically recommending a K-drama.
이번 K-드라마 스토리 진짜 대박이야. 꼭 봐!
The story of this K-drama is seriously daebak. You must watch it!
Cultural Context
대박 (daebak) is one of the most widely recognized Korean slang words, meaning 'awesome,' 'amazing,' or 'jackpot.' It originally referred to a 'big hit' or 'windfall' (like hitting the jackpot), but its usage has expanded to express general amazement, surprise, or excitement, both positive and sometimes even negative (in disbelief). You'll hear it constantly in K-dramas, K-pop, and everyday conversations among young Koreans. It's a versatile exclamation that can convey anything from 'that's incredible!' to 'oh my god!'
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
대박이다!
That's awesome!
진짜 대박!
Seriously awesome!
대박 사건!
Amazing incident / event!
Related Expressions
최고
Choego
The best
짱
Jjang
Awesome / the best (slang)
헐
Heol
Oh my / speechless (often for negative or shocking surprise)
대박나다
Daebangnada
To hit the jackpot / succeed greatly
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