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속이 시원하다

sok-i siwonhada
idiom★Intermediate
informal

To feel relieved or satisfied after resolving a problem or settling a grudge

그 사람이 사과를 했으니 속이 시원하다.

Now that the person apologized, I feel relieved.

복수를 한 후 속이 시원해졌어.

I feel satisfied after taking revenge.

💡

This idiom is often used when someone feels emotionally relieved after resolving a conflict or settling a score.

Collocations

속이 시원하다to feel relieved

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

속이 타다idiom
to feel anxious or impatient
마음이 편하다phrase
to feel at ease

💡Pro Tip

Emotional Relief

Use this phrase when describing a sense of relief after resolving a personal conflict or settling a grudge.

⚡Gold Rule

Contextual Usage

This idiom is best used in situations where emotional relief or satisfaction is felt after resolving a problem.

📖Word Origin

The phrase comes from the idea of the 'inside' (속) feeling 'cool' (시원하다), which metaphorically represents emotional relief.

📝Usage Notes

This expression is commonly used in informal contexts to describe a sense of relief or satisfaction after resolving a personal issue or conflict.

Word Breakdown

속이
inside (referring to one's emotions)
root
+
시원하다
to be cool or refreshing
root
✎ Noted on May 31, 2026KO → EN

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