헐

heol

interjection★Intermediate

informal

An interjection used to express shock, surprise, or disbelief, often in informal contexts.

헐, 이 영화 너무 무서워!

Wow, this movie is so scary!

헐, 너 진짜 이걸 했어?

No way, did you really do this?

💡

Commonly used among younger generations and in casual conversations.

Collocations

헐 대박wow amazing헐 진짜no way really

헐 대박phrase

expression of extreme surprise or excitement

헐 진짜phrase

expression of disbelief

Use '헐' in informal settings with friends or peers. Avoid in formal or professional contexts.

The tone can change the meaning from genuine surprise to sarcasm or mockery.

Derived from the English word 'hell,' but evolved into a Korean interjection with a different meaning.

Primarily used in spoken Korean, especially by younger speakers. Can be used sarcastically or genuinely.

헐

expression of shock

root

한영사전