Korean Dictionary
How to say “Lonely” in Korean
외롭다
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Usage & Context
Describes emotional loneliness rather than just physical solitude. Frequently appears in Korean songs, poems, and dramas. The phrase 외로워요 is a common, heartfelt expression of loneliness often heard in emotional K-drama scenes.
Example Sentence
혼자 사니까 가끔 너무 외로워요.
Living alone, I sometimes feel very lonely.
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