Korean Dictionary
How to say "Spending Spree" in Korean
“Spending Spree” in Korean is 탕진잼 (pronounced "tangjin jaem").
탕진잼
tangjin jaem
Usage & Context
Abbreviation meaning the fun of spending money recklessly. Used humorously to describe the pleasure of shopping and spending without worrying about consequences.
Example Sentence
쇼핑 탕진잼이야.
Shopping is so fun when you spend recklessly.
How to use 탕진잼 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Spending Spree” is 탕진잼, romanized as tangjin jaem.
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 탕진잼.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable '탕' sounds like 'tang' in 'tango'. '진' is like 'jin' in 'jingle'. '잼' is pronounced like 'jam' in 'jelly jam'.
More Example Sentences
A friend suggesting a way to relieve stress.
스트레스 받을 땐 역시 탕진잼이 최고지! 맛있는 거 먹고 쇼핑해야겠어.
When I'm stressed, a spending spree is the best! I need to eat something delicious and go shopping.
Humorously lamenting overspending after payday.
월급 받자마자 탕진잼 해버렸어. 통장이 텅 비었네.
As soon as I got my paycheck, I went on a spending spree. My bank account is empty.
Describing a small, mood-boosting purchase.
소소한 탕진잼으로 기분 전환했어. 예쁜 컵 하나 샀거든.
I cheered myself up with a small spending spree. I bought a pretty cup.
Cultural Context
탕진잼 (tangjin jaem) combines '탕진' (tangjin), meaning 'to squander' or 'spend all one's money,' and '잼' (jaem), an abbreviation of '재미' (jaemi), meaning 'fun.' It's a humorous, self-deprecating term for the pleasure derived from spending money, often on small, non-essential items, without worrying too much about the financial consequences. It reflects a trend of finding 'small, certain happiness' (소확행) and a willingness to indulge in minor luxuries for immediate emotional satisfaction, even if it means emptying one's wallet temporarily.
Editorial note
We flag slang like 탕진잼 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
탕진잼 하다
to go on a spending spree
탕진잼 즐기다
to enjoy a spending spree
소소한 탕진잼
a small spending spree
Related Expressions
소확행
sohwakhaeng
Small, certain happiness
지름신
jireumsin
Shopping god (the urge to buy)
플렉스
peullekseu
Flex (to show off spending, derived from English 'flex')
시발비용
sibal biyong
F-word cost (spending money out of anger/frustration)
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