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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