Korean Dictionary
How to say “Somber” in Korean
침울하다
Chimulhada
IntermediateEmotions
Usage & Context
Describes a serious, subdued mood without lightness. Used in solemn situations like funerals, after tragedies, or in grave conversations. More weighty and formal than simple sadness. Common in Korean news reporting on serious events.
Example Sentence
그 소식을 들은 후 모두의 표정이 침울해졌어요.
After hearing that news, everyone's expression became somber.
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