신나다
English meaning: To be excited
Definition
To feel very happy and full of energy.
Example
“여행 갈 생각에 신나요.”
In English: “I am excited about the trip.”
Another example: “여행을 간다고 생각하니 너무 신나요.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A verb meaning 'to be excited/thrilled', formed from 신 (excitement/spirit) + 나다. Casual, lively register, common among young people and in fun situations. Adjectival modifier form is 신나는.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'신나다' (sinnada) comes from the verb '신' (sin, meaning with joy or glee) and '나다' (nada, which translates to 'to arise'). Together, they express the emergence of excitement.
Common Collocations
- 신나게 놀다
- 신나는 음악
- 정말 신나다
- 신난 표정
- 신나게 춤추다
Word Forms
신나다 / 신나요 / 신난 / 신났다 / 신나서
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Literary Heritage
“죽는 날까지 하늘을 우러러 한 점 부끄럼이 없기를”
/Jungneun nalkkaji haneureul ureoleo han jeom bukkeurem-i eopgireul/
“Until the day I die, I wish to look up at the sky without a single shame.”
“나 보기가 역겨워 가실 때에는 말없이 고이 보내 드리오리다”
/Na bogiga yeokgyeowo gasil tteae neun maleobsi goi bonaedeuriori da/
“When you leave, weary of seeing me, I will let you go quietly, without a word.”
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