Korean Word of the Day
배우
BAE-u • noun — 6th of Sep, 2026
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Meaning: an actor; a person who performs in films, TV, or plays
Examples
- 그 배우는 연기를 정말 잘해요.
(That actor acts really well.) - 어제 유명한 배우를 만났어요.
(I met a famous actor yesterday.) - 저는 그 배우의 새 영화를 보고 싶어요.
(I want to watch that actor's new movie.)
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This word is commonly used for someone who performs in movies, TV dramas, or theater. It is a general, everyday word, and can refer to both men and women, though 배우 is often translated as actor or actress depending on context.
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