Korean Dictionary
How to say "Gaslighting" in Korean
“Gaslighting” in Korean is 가스라이팅 (pronounced "gaseullaiating").
가스라이팅
gaseullaiating
Usage & Context
Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where someone causes another to question their reality. Awareness of 가스라이팅 has grown in Korea especially in discussions about abusive relationships.
Example Sentence
가스라이팅은 피해자가 스스로를 의심하게 만드는 심리적 학대다.
Gaslighting is psychological abuse that makes victims doubt themselves.
How to use 가스라이팅 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Gaslighting” is 가스라이팅, romanized as gaseullaiating.
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 가스라이팅.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'ga' like 'gah' in 'garden'. 'seu' is like 'soo' but with a very light 's' sound, almost 'suh'. 'rai' sounds like 'rye' in 'rye bread'. 'ting' is like 'ting' in 'tingle'. As a loanword, it mimics the English pronunciation, with a slight stress on 'rai'.
More Example Sentences
A friend confiding about a difficult relationship.
남자친구가 계속 가스라이팅을 해서 너무 힘들어요.
My boyfriend keeps gaslighting me, and it's so hard.
A public service announcement or educational content.
가스라이팅은 피해자의 자존감을 무너뜨리는 심각한 학대입니다.
Gaslighting is serious abuse that destroys the victim's self-esteem.
Advising someone to reflect on their relationship.
혹시 가스라이팅 당하고 있는 건 아닌지 의심해봐야 해요.
You should question if you might be getting gaslighted.
Cultural Context
The term '가스라이팅' has rapidly entered the Korean lexicon, especially in recent years, becoming a widely recognized concept. It's frequently discussed in K-dramas (like 'The World of the Married'), news, and online communities when addressing unhealthy relationship dynamics, domestic abuse, or workplace bullying. This increased awareness signifies a growing societal understanding of psychological manipulation and a push for healthier interpersonal boundaries.
Editorial note
We review entries like 가스라이팅 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
가스라이팅 당하다
to be gaslighted
가스라이팅 하다
to gaslight someone
가스라이팅 피해자
gaslighting victim
Related Expressions
심리적 학대
simnijeok hakdae
psychological abuse
정신적 조종
jeongsineok jojong
psychological manipulation
피해자 코스프레
pihaeja koseupeure
victim cosplay (someone pretending to be a victim)
정서적 학대
jeongseojeok hakdae
emotional abuse
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