Korean Dictionary
How to say "Relieved" in Korean
“Relieved” in Korean is 안도하다 (pronounced "Andohada").
안도하다
Andohada
Usage & Context
Expresses the release of tension after a stressful situation resolves. Common after receiving good medical results, passing exams, or resolving conflicts. 다행이다 (what a relief) is a related casual expression heard constantly in Korean.
Example Sentence
시험에 합격해서 정말 안도했어요.
I was so relieved to pass the exam.
How to use 안도하다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Relieved” is 안도하다, romanized as Andohada.
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 안도하다.
Pronunciation Guide
안 (an) sounds like 'ahn' in 'father' but shorter. 도 (do) sounds like 'doe'. 하 (ha) is like 'ha' in 'haha'. 다 (da) is like 'da' in 'dad'. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
안도해요
Andohaeyo
Used in polite, everyday conversations.
Casual (반말)
안도해
Andohae
Used among close friends or family.
More Example Sentences
A parent expressing relief after their child was lost.
아이가 무사히 돌아와서 정말 안도했어요.
I was truly relieved when my child returned safely.
A worker finishing a big project.
드디어 프로젝트를 끝내서 안도감이 들어요.
I feel relieved that I finally finished the project.
Discussing good medical news with a doctor.
검사 결과가 좋아서 의사 선생님도 안도하셨어요.
The doctor was also relieved because the test results were good.
Cultural Context
안도하다 expresses a deep sense of relief after a period of worry or tension. While 다행이다 (Dahaengida, 'What a relief!') is a common exclamation, 안도하다 describes the internal feeling or action of being relieved. You'll often hear it in K-dramas when characters overcome a crisis or receive good news after a long struggle, signifying the release of a heavy burden.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
안도감이 들다
To feel a sense of relief
크게 안도하다
To be greatly relieved
안도의 한숨을 쉬다
To sigh in relief
Related Expressions
다행이다
Dahaengida
What a relief!
마음이 놓이다
Maeumi noida
To feel at ease/relieved
걱정하다
Geokjeonghada
To worry
안심하다
Ansimhada
To feel relieved/at peace
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