Meaning and Usage
The adjective '잘생기다' is used to describe someone who is handsome or good-looking, typically referring to males. It is a common compliment in everyday conversation.
Common Collocations
- 잘생기다 + noun (e.g., 잘생긴 남자): describes a handsome man.
- 잘생기고 + adjective (e.g., 잘생기고 키가 크다): used to list multiple positive traits.
- 잘생긴 사람: a handsome person.
Register and Politeness
'잘생기다' is neutral and can be used in both casual and polite speech. When speaking politely, conjugate the verb accordingly (e.g., 잘생겼어요).
Tips
Learners sometimes confuse '잘생기다' with '예쁘다' which means 'pretty' and is more often used for females or objects. Use '잘생기다' primarily for males or masculine appearance.
Summary
Use '잘생기다' to compliment someone's handsome appearance naturally in conversation. Combine it with other descriptive words to give fuller descriptions.