Korean Dictionary
How to say "Huge" in Korean
“Huge” in Korean is 거대한 (pronounced "Geodaehan").
거대한
Geodaehan
Usage & Context
Geodaehan is the Korean word for huge. Huge sizes are used in Korean design to create awe and grandeur. They represent power and magnificence.
Example Sentence
거대한 건물이 인상적이에요.
The huge building is impressive.
How to use 거대한 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Huge” is 거대한, romanized as Geodaehan.
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 거대한.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable 'Geo' sounds like 'guh' in 'gutter'. 'Dae' is pronounced like the English word 'day'. 'Han' rhymes with 'hon' in 'honest' but with a softer 'h' sound. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
거대하다
geodaehada
This is the base dictionary form of the adjective, from which all conjugations are derived. It can be used formally with endings like -습니다/-ㅂ니다 or -어요/-아요.
Casual (반말)
거대하다
geodaehada
This is the plain form of the adjective, often used in casual speech or writing when stating a fact, or in informal settings.
More Example Sentences
Talking about corporate power or impact.
그 회사는 거대한 영향력을 가지고 있어요.
That company has huge influence.
Describing a natural event or disaster.
거대한 파도가 해변을 덮쳤어요.
Huge waves covered the beach.
Discussing someone's aspirations or ambitions.
그는 거대한 꿈을 꾸고 있어요.
He is dreaming huge dreams.
Cultural Context
The word '거대한' often carries a sense of awe, grandeur, or sometimes even intimidation, similar to 'colossal' or 'gigantic' in English. It's frequently used in news reports, documentaries, or historical contexts to describe large-scale events, structures, or natural phenomena. In K-dramas, you might hear it describing a character's immense wealth, power, or a daunting challenge they face, emphasizing its impactful and formal tone compared to the simpler '큰' (keun, big).
Editorial note
We review entries like 거대한 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
거대한 규모
huge scale
거대한 산
huge mountain
거대한 문제
huge problem
Related Expressions
큰
keun
big, large
엄청난
eomcheongnan
enormous, tremendous
작은
jageun
small (antonym)
웅장한
ungjanghan
magnificent, grand
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