Learning grammar is necessary. However, one of the most important things to do for an advanced level is vocabulary. In this session, you will be learning 28 essential adjectives that you can use to express your feelings. Please check how many adjectives you already know first and then study with the sample sentences if there are some words you don't know yet.
Adjectives for Expressing Feelings
1. 귀찮다
Definition: Feeling bothered or annoyed by something trivial or repetitive.
사람들이 나를 방해할 때 정말 귀찮아요.
(I find it so annoying when people interrupt me)
서류 작업을 하기가 정말 귀찮아요.
(Doing paperwork is such as hassle)
2. 답답하다
Definition: Feeling frustrated or suffocated, often due to a lack of freedom or expression.
창문이 없는 이 방은 답답해요.
(I feel suffocated in this room with no windows)
이 모든 엄격한 규칙을 따라야 하는 것이 답답해요.
(It's stifling to have to follow all these strict rules)
3. 안타깝다
Definition: Feeling sorry or saddened by someone else's misfortune.
길거리를 배회하는 유기동물들을 보면 정말 안타까워요.
(It's so sad to see stray animals wandering the streets)
그가 일자리를 잃어버려서 안타깝습니다.
(I feel sorry for him; he lost his job)
4. 불안하다
Definition: Feeling worried or uneasy about something uncertain or threatening.
시험 전 항상 불안해요.
(I always feel anxious before exams)
그녀는 다가오는 발표 때문에 불안해 하고 있어요.
(She is feeling uneasy about the upcoming presentation)
5. 미안하다
Definition: Feeling regretful or apologetic for something one has done.
생일을 잊어버려서 미안해.
(I'm sorry I forgot your birthday)
그는 많은 문제를 일으켜서 정말 미안해 하고 있어요.
(He feels really sorry for causing so much trouble)
6. 죄송하다
Definition: Feeling sorry or regretful, often used formally or in more serious situations than "미안하다."
불편을 끼쳐서 진심으로 죄송합니다.
(I'm deeply sorry for the inconvenience)
실수로 인해 혼란을 드려서 죄송합니다.
(We apologize for the mistake and any confusion it may have caused)
7. 억울하다
Definition: Feeling unjustly treated or unfairly accused.
상사에게 억울한 대우를 받았다고 느껴집니다.
(I feel unfairly treated by my boss) 공평하지 않아요(억울해요).
저는 아무 잘못도 하지 않았습니다.
(It is unfair; I didn't do anything wrong)
8. 섭섭하다
Definition: Feeling disappointed or regretful about something that didn't meet expectations.
파티에 참석하지 못해서 섭섭해요.
(I'm disappointed that I couldn't attend the party)
시험을 더 열심히 공부하지 않아서 섭섭했어요.
(I was regretful about not studying harder for the exam)
9. 서운하다
Definition: Feeling hurt or offended by someone's actions or words.
그녀는 그의 말에 서운했다.
(She felt hurt by his words)
서운해 하지마요. 그냥 솔직한 성격이에요.
(Don't be offended. She/He is just straightforward)
10. 후회하다
Definition: Feeling remorseful or wishing one had acted differently in the past.
그녀는 그 제안을 거절해서 후회해요.
(She regrets not taking the offer)
기회가 있을 때 한국에 가지 않아서 후회합니다.
(I regret not going to Korea when I had the chance)
11. 허전하다
Definition: Feeling a sense of emptiness or incompleteness, often emotionally.
그녀가 떠난 후에 그는 마음이 허전했어요.
(After she left, he felt empty inside)
상을 받았지만 그는 여전히 허전한 느낌이었다.
(He still felt empty even though he won the award)
12. 속이 상하다
Definition: Feeling deeply hurt or upset emotionally.
그가 한 말이 진심으로 마음을 상하게 했다.
(The words he said really hurt me deep inside)
그녀는 그 소식에 속이 상했습니다.
(She was deeply upset by the news)
13. 슬프다
Definition: Feeling sorrowful or unhappy.
그는 그 소식을 듣고 나서 정말 슬퍼했습니다.
(He was feeling so sad after hearing the news)
친구들과 이별을 하면 항상 슬픈 기분이 들어요.
(It's always sad to say goodbye to friends)
14. 아쉽다
Definition: Feeling regret or disappointment about something that didn't meet expectations.
행사가 취소되어서 정말 아쉬워요.
(It is disappointing that the event got canceled)
그는 기회를 놓쳐서 후회했습니다.
(He felt regretful that he missed the opportunity)
15. 부끄럽다
Definition: Feeling embarrassed or ashamed due to one's action or situation.
모두 앞에서 넘어져서 부끄러웠어요.
(She felt embarrassed after tripping in front of everyone)
그는 파티에서 자신의 행동에 부끄러웠습니다.
(He was ashamed of his behavior at the party)
16. 걱정스럽다
Definition: Feeling anxious or worried about something.
그녀는 부모님이 걱정이 됐다.
(She was worried about her parents)
그가 늦게까지 일하는 것을 보니 걱정스러워요.
(It is worrisome to see him working so late)
17. 부담스럽다
Definition: Feeling burdened or pressured by responsibilities or expectations.
그녀는 부모님의 기대에 부담을 느낍니다.
(She feels burdened by the expectations of her parents)
업무량이 많아서 부담스러워요.
(The workload is overwhelming and burdensome)
18. 실망스럽다
Definition: Feeling disappointed due to unmet expectations or outcomes.
그는 프로젝트 결과에 실망했습니다.
(He was disappointed by the result of the project)
계획이 무산되어서 정말 실망스러워요.
(It's disappointing that the plan fell through)
19. 당황스럽다
Definition: Feeling flustered or embarrassed due to being caught off guard or surprised.
갑작스러운 질문에 당황스러웠어요.
(I felt flustered when asked a sudden question.
그는 예상치 못한 사건으로 당황했다.
(He was embarrassed by the unexpected turn of events)
20. 고통스럽다
Definition: Feeling intense pain or agony, either physical or emotional.
소식을 마냥 기다리는 것은 고통스러웠습니다.
(It was agonizing to just wait for the news)
그는 이별 후에 가장 고통스러웠습니다.
(He felt intense emotional pain after the breakup)
21. 고민스럽다
Definition: Feeling troubled or concerned about something, often with indecision.
그는 고민스러워 보인다. 무엇 때문에 걱정하는 걸까요?
(He looks troubled; I wonder what's on his mind?)
결정하기 어려워서 고민스럽다.
(I feel troubled because it is a difficult decision to make)
22. 부럽다
Definition: Feeling envy or jealousy towards someone's possessions, qualities, or achievements.
그녀는 친구의 성공을 부러워 했다.
(She felt envious of her friend's success)
그의 재능이 부럽다. 나도 그럴 수 있었으면 좋겠어요.
(I'm jealous of his talent; I wish I could do that too)
23. 그립다
Definition: Feeling nostalgic or longing for someone or something absent.
고향이 그립습니다. 오랫동안 방문하지 않았습니다.
(I miss my hometown. I haven't been back in years)
예전 친구들이 그립습니다.
(I miss my old friends)
24. 궁금하다
Definition: Feeling curious or eager to know about something.
그녀가 무엇을 말했는지 궁금해요.
(I'm curious about what he said)
아이들은 자연에 대해 궁금해 합니다.
(Children are curious about nature)
25. 반갑다
Definition: Feeling glad or happy to see someone or something.
오랜만에 당신을 보니 반가워요.
(I'm glad to see you after so long)
좋은 소식을 듣고 반가웠습니다.
(I was glad to hear the good news)
26. 고맙다
Definition: Feeling thankful or grateful for something received or done.
도와주셔서 감사합니다.
(Thank you for the help)
어려운 시기에 친구들이 도와줘서 고마워요.
(I am thankful for the support of my friends during the tough time)
27. 자랑스럽다
Definition: Feeling proud of one's own achievements or someone else's accomplishments.
부모님은 나의 학업 성과에 대해 자랑스러워 하셨습니다.
(My parents were proud of my academic success)
그녀는 이번 프로젝트의 팀원으로서 자랑스러웠어요.
(She felt proud to be part of such a project)
28. 감동을 받다
Definition: Feeling deeply moved or emotionally touched by something meaningful or significant.
사람들의 친절함에 감동을 받았습니다.
(I was deeply touched by the kindness of people)
그는 그녀의 진심어린 말에 감동을 받았다.
(He was touched by the sincerity of her words)