Korean Dictionary

How to say “Playful” in Korean

장난스럽다

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Usage & Context

Describes a mischievous, lighthearted quality. Common in describing children and playful adults. In K-dramas, the male lead's playful teasing of the female lead is a classic romantic trope. 장난이야 (I'm joking) is a common phrase.

Example Sentence

남동생이 항상 장난스럽게 저를 놀려요.

My younger brother always teases me in a playful way.

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