10 Korean Swear Words You Should Know (With Examples) 한국의 욕

Korean has its own collection of swear and curse words, be it a local slang or a specific term, just like any other language.

Disclaimer: Before we continue, we'd like to advise the reader's discretion.

The content here is meant for individuals who are 18 and above.

Do note that we are by no means encouraging the use of Korean swear words but are merely pointing out the readily available words out there.

This quick guide helps you identify the common Korean swear words so that the next time you hear the word be it in a gangster movie, K-drama or in real life, you'll know the meaning of them.

1. 좆됐어 [jojdwaess-eo]

Meaning: I am f*cked/it's f*cked
Use when: You are getting into trouble or being caught for something.

2. 병신 새끼 [byeong-sin saek-ki]

Meaning: A deformed or diseased person / Motherf*cker

3. 지랄 [ji-ral]

Meaning: Epilepsy, the actual meaning is an act of madness, or calling someone on some bullshit.
Use when: Some one is lying to you or if you realise that you are being lied to.

4. 염병 [youm-byoung]

Meaning: Typhoid (enteric) fever, a contagious disease.
Use when: Describing someone who looks sick or doesn't look good.

Can also be used to ask a person to die of sickness. (The word is mostly used by the older generation)

5. 개새끼 [gae-sae-ggi]

Meaning: This is a short form for son of a b*tch short, also known as 개새끼 [gae-sae-ggi]

6. 썅놈(년) [sshyang-nom(nyeon)]

Meaning: low-born (peasant) bastard (b*tch)

7. 미친 새끼 [mi-chin sae-ggi]

Meaning: Crazy son of a b*tch

8. 씨발 (ssi-bal)

Meaning: F*ck
Use when: Feeling frustrated or annoyed just like in English.

9. 씨발년 [ssi-bal-nyeon]

Meaning: F*cking b*tch

10. 씨발새끼 [ssibal-saekki]

Meaning: F*cking son of a b*tch

Hope you enjoyed this post and the video compilation! Now you know when someone's scolding you in Korean. Haha! What other Korean swear words do you think we should have included? Do let us know in the comment section below!

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