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눈이 높다

nuni nopta
adjective★Intermediate
informal

To have high eyes (literally), but often used to describe someone with a serious or stern expression, or to imply that someone is looking down on others.

그 사람은 눈이 높아서 쉽게 만족하지 않는다.

That person has high eyes, so they don't easily get satisfied.

눈이 높은 사람처럼 행동하지 마라.

Don't act like someone with high eyes.

💡

This phrase is often used to describe someone who is picky or has high standards, but it can also carry a negative connotation of arrogance or looking down on others.

Collocations

눈이 높다to have high eyes

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

눈이 낮다phrase
to have low eyes (the opposite of 눈이 높다)

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

This phrase is often used in Korean to describe someone who is picky or has high standards, but it can also imply arrogance or looking down on others. Be mindful of the context when using it.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage

Use this phrase to describe someone's attitude or demeanor, not their physical appearance.

📖Word Origin

The phrase comes from the literal description of someone's eyes being physically high, but it has evolved to describe a person's attitude or demeanor.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone's personality or behavior. It can be used both positively and negatively depending on the context.

Word Breakdown

눈이
eyes
noun
+
높다
high
adjective
✎ Noted on May 31, 2026KO → EN

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