Korean Dictionary
How to say "Deeply Touched" in Korean
“Deeply Touched” in Korean is 감동받은 (pronounced "Gamdongrabeun").
감동받은
Gamdongrabeun
Usage & Context
감동받은 means being deeply moved or touched by something emotionally powerful. This word is commonly used in Korea when describing reactions to moving films, songs, or acts of kindness. 감동 (gamdong) is a key concept in Korean emotional vocabulary.
Example Sentence
그 영화를 보고 정말 감동받았어요.
I was deeply touched after watching that movie.
How to use 감동받은 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Deeply Touched” is 감동받은, romanized as Gamdongrabeun.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
감 (gam) is like 'gum' in 'bubblegum'. 동 (dong) is like 'dong' in 'ding-dong'. 받 (bat) is like 'bat' in 'baseball bat', but the 't' sound is unreleased. 은 (eun) is a soft 'eun' sound, similar to the 'u' in 'putt'. The stress is fairly even.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
감동받았습니다
Gamdongbadatseumnida
Formal declarative past tense of 'to be touched' (감동받다).
Casual (반말)
감동받았어
Gamdongbadatseo
Casual declarative past tense of 'to be touched' (감동받다).
More Example Sentences
An idol or celebrity receiving fan mail.
팬들의 진심 어린 편지에 감동받았어요.
I was touched by the fans' heartfelt letters.
Witnessing a heroic or selfless deed.
그의 용기 있는 행동에 모두 감동받았다.
Everyone was deeply moved by his courageous act.
Receiving a thoughtful and surprising present.
생각지도 못한 선물에 감동받아서 눈물이 났어.
I was so touched by the unexpected gift that I cried.
Cultural Context
'감동' (gamdong) is a very strong and positive emotion in Korean culture, often openly expressed. It signifies being deeply moved or touched by something beautiful, kind, or powerful. It's common to see characters in K-dramas shedding '감동의 눈물' (gamdongui nunmul - tears of emotion/being touched) when experiencing profound love, sacrifice, or overcoming adversity. It's a cherished feeling that highlights empathy and appreciation.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
정말 감동받았어요.
I was really touched.
감동의 눈물
tears of emotion/being touched
감동적인 이야기
a touching story
Related Expressions
감동하다
gamdonghada
to be moved/touched (verb)
감동적이다
gamdongjeogida
to be moving/touching (adjective)
뭉클하다
mungkeulhada
to feel a lump in one's throat, to be choked up (similar feeling)
무감각한
mugamgakhan
numb, insensitive (antonym)
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