Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sweet" in Korean
“Sweet” in Korean is 꿀 (pronounced "kkul").
꿀
kkul
Usage & Context
Slang meaning something is sweet, good, or beneficial. Often used to describe deals, opportunities, or situations that are advantageous.
Example Sentence
이 알바 꿀이야!
This part-time job is sweet!
How to use 꿀 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sweet” is 꿀, romanized as kkul.
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 꿀.
Pronunciation Guide
'Kkul' is pronounced like 'kool' in 'cool,' but with a strong, aspirated 'k' sound at the beginning, almost like you're clearing your throat slightly before the 'k'. The 'u' sound is like 'oo' in 'moon'.
More Example Sentences
A student admitting to sleeping soundly in a boring class.
오늘 수업 꿀잠 잤어.
I had a sweet nap during class today.
Sharing useful information about a beneficial event or promotion.
이 이벤트 완전 꿀팁이야!
This event is a total sweet tip! (meaning a great tip/deal)
Describing a very pleasant and restful weekend.
주말에 집에서 꿀 같은 휴식 취했어.
I had a sweet, relaxing break at home over the weekend.
Cultural Context
'꿀' literally means 'honey.' As slang, it's used to describe something that is extremely good, beneficial, or enjoyable, much like 'sweet' or 'golden' in English. It's often combined with other words to form compound slang terms, such as '꿀잠' (kkuljam - sweet sleep/nap), '꿀팁' (kkultip - sweet tip/great advice), or '꿀잼' (kkuljaem - sweet fun/very fun). You'll hear this frequently among younger Koreans and in online communities.
Editorial note
We flag slang like 꿀 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
꿀잼
Super fun / A blast
꿀팁
Great tip / Useful advice
꿀잠
Sweet sleep / Good nap
Related Expressions
개이득
gaeideuk
Huge profit/gain (slang for very beneficial)
핵이득
haegideuk
Nuclear profit/gain (even stronger slang for very beneficial)
개꿀
gaekkul
Super sweet/awesome (intensified slang)
혜자스럽다
hyejaseureopda
Generous, good value (from a popular food brand known for good portions)
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