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동그랗다

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '동그랗다' describes something that is circular or round in shape. It is often used to describe physical objects or features, such as eyes, faces, or plates.

Common Collocations

  • 동그란 눈 (round eyes): frequently used to describe a cute or innocent look.
  • 동그란 접시 (round plate): common in everyday conversation about tableware.
  • 동그랗게 웃다 (to smile in a round shape): describes a warm, cheerful smile.

Register and Nuance

'동그랗다' is a neutral adjective suitable for both spoken and written Korean. It often conveys a soft, gentle image because round shapes are associated with friendliness and warmth.

Learner Tips

Be careful not to confuse '동그랗다' with '둥글다', which also means round but is more general and can describe three-dimensional roundness. '동그랗다' often emphasizes a flat or two-dimensional circular shape. Use '동그랗다' when focusing on the shape's outline or appearance.

Example Sentences

그 아이는 동그란 눈을 가지고 있다.

Geu aineun donggeuran nuneul gajigo itda.

That child has round eyes.

동그란 접시에 음식을 담아 주세요.

Donggeuran jeopsie eumsigeul dama juseyo.

Please put the food on a round plate.

동그랗게 웃는 얼굴이 참 예쁘다.

Donggeuraehge utneun eolguri cham yeppeuda.

A face smiling in a round shape is really pretty.