Meaning
섭섭해
seopseophae
I'm sad / disappointed / regretful
Real Feeling
What Koreans really mean
This word conveys a mix of sadness and disappointment, often with a hint of feeling let down or regret. It's used when you feel a bit hurt or wistful, like when a friend doesn't invite you, or when something you looked forward to doesn't happen. It's a common expression of mild emotional hurt or disappointment, frequently used in casual settings among friends, family, or partners.
💬 Used in real life
• Said when a friend cancels plans last minute, making you feel a bit let down.
• Used when you hear about an event you weren't invited to, feeling slightly excluded.
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Grammar Breakdown
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섭섭하seopseopha-adjective stem
adjective stem
The stem of the descriptive verb '섭섭하다' (seopseophada), meaning to feel sad, disappointed, or regretful.
-아-ainformal declarative/interrogative ending
informal declarative/interrogative ending
A common informal ending that connects to a verb/adjective stem to form a casual declarative sentence or a question. Here, it conveys a casual declaration of the feeling.
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