Korean Dictionary
How to say "Obsession" in Korean
“Obsession” in Korean is 과몰입 (pronounced "gwamol ip").
과몰입
gwamol ip
Usage & Context
Describing being overly immersed or obsessed with something. Used to describe excessive interest in hobbies, games, or celebrities.
Example Sentence
그 드라마에 과몰입했어.
I became obsessed with that drama.
How to use 과몰입 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Obsession” is 과몰입, romanized as gwamol ip.
Usage tip
Use slang only with friends or people who already speak casually with you. It can sound rude in formal Korean.
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 과몰입.
Pronunciation Guide
For '과' (gwa), think of 'gwa' in 'guacamole' without the 'mole'. '몰' (mol) sounds like the English word 'mole'. '입' (ip) is a short, crisp sound like 'ip' in 'chip'. Put it together: GWAH-mol-ip.
More Example Sentences
Talking to a friend about a hobby.
요즘 웹툰에 과몰입해서 밤새 읽었어.
I was so obsessed with webtoons recently that I read them all night.
Warning a younger sibling or friend.
그 게임에 과몰입하면 현실 생활이 힘들어질 수 있어요.
If you get too obsessed with that game, your real life might become difficult.
Discussing fan culture.
아이돌 덕질에 과몰입하는 건 흔한 일이에요.
It's common to get overly immersed in idol fandom.
Cultural Context
과몰입 is a popular slang term, especially among younger generations and in online communities, to describe being excessively engrossed in something. It's frequently used in K-pop fandoms, K-drama discussions, and gaming communities to describe deep immersion, often to the point of neglecting other aspects of life. While it can be used humorously, it sometimes carries a slight connotation of being *too* much.
Editorial note
We flag slang like 과몰입 for register and audience, since Korean slang can shift quickly and may sound rude outside close friendships.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
과몰입 금지
No excessive immersion (often used humorously as a warning)
과몰입하게 돼
I get overly immersed / I can't help but be obsessed
과몰입 주의
Caution: excessive immersion
Related Expressions
몰입
mol-ip
Immersion, engagement (less extreme)
중독
jungdok
Addiction (stronger, more negative)
푹 빠지다
puk ppajida
To fall deeply into (something), to be engrossed
열중하다
yeoljunghada
To be absorbed in, to concentrate on (more formal)
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