Korean Word of the Day
가볍다
GA-BYEOP-da • adjective — 2nd of Sep, 2026
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Meaning: light; not heavy; also used for things that feel easy, minor, or not serious
Examples
- 이 가방은 생각보다 가벼워요.
(This bag is lighter than I thought.) - 아침에는 가벼운 식사를 해요.
(I eat a light meal in the morning.) - 그는 가벼운 발걸음으로 걸어갔어요.
(He walked away with light steps.)
Synonyms
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Antonyms
- 무겁다
This word is very common in everyday Korean. It can describe physical weight, but it is also often used for light meals, easy exercise, or something not serious in tone or importance.
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