Lyrics & Translation
Dive into WayV's "FREQUENCY (Korean Ver.)," a vibrant and energetic track that's perfect for learning Korean. Its catchy '90s hip-hop beats and repetitive, empowering lyrics like "Get up on my frequency" and "new dimension" offer a fun way to pick up common phrases and expressions related to connection and ambition. The song's clear pronunciation and dynamic delivery make it an engaging auditory experience that encourages users to sync up with WayV's powerful message and musical style.
Key Vocabulary
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frequency /ˈfriːkwənsi/ B2 |
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Target /ˈtɑːrɡɪt/ B1 |
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set /sɛt/ A2 |
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wave /weɪv/ A2 |
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overflow /ˌoʊvərˈfloʊ/ B2 |
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mystery /ˈmɪstəri/ B1 |
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dimension /daɪˈmɛnʃən/ B2 |
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glaciers /ˈɡleɪʃər/ B2 |
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burn /bɜːrn/ A2 |
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echo /ˈɛkoʊ/ B1 |
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Decibel /ˈdɛsɪbɛl/ B2 |
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Resonate /ˈrɛzəneɪt/ B2 |
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Signal /ˈsɪɡnəl/ B1 |
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Mindset /ˈmaɪndˌsɛt/ B2 |
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Protocol /ˈproʊtəˌkɔːl/ B2 |
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vibe /vaɪb/ B2 |
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greatness /ˈɡreɪtnəs/ B2 |
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Sync /sɪŋk/ B2 |
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dial /ˈdaɪəl/ B1 |
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level /ˈlɛvəl/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Get up on my frequency
➔ Imperative + Phrasal Verb
➔ “Get up” is a phrasal verb meaning to rise or move to a higher position/state. In this context, "Get up on my frequency" means to tune in or align with the speaker's level/vibe.
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Picking up stuff
➔ Gerund Phrase (as a noun/action description)
➔ “Picking up” is a gerund (verb + -ing form acting as a noun). Here, it describes the action of collecting or acquiring things. The phrase "picking up stuff" acts like a noun phrase.
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make your cup overflow
➔ Causative Verb "make" + Bare Infinitive
➔ The structure “make someone/something do something” means to cause or force someone/something to perform an action. Here, "make your cup overflow" means to cause the cup to be so full that its contents spill out.
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I never see it slowing down
➔ Verb of Perception + Object + Present Participle
➔ This structure (verb of perception like “see,” “hear,” “feel,” etc. + object + present participle) describes an action that is ongoing or in progress when it is perceived. “Slowing down” is the ongoing action being observed.
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Why don’t you dial in
➔ Suggestion (using "Why don't you")
➔ “Why don't you...” is a common and polite way to make a suggestion or offer advice. “Dial in” is a phrasal verb meaning to connect or tune into something, often electronically.
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Limits gon' Knock off
➔ Informal Future Tense ("gon'") + Phrasal Verb
➔ “Gon'” is an informal contraction of “going to,” used to express future intention or prediction. “Knock off” is a phrasal verb meaning to remove something forcefully or to complete something quickly. Here, "Limits gon' Knock off" means limits will be removed.
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I'mma make it echo right in your heart
➔ Informal Future Tense ("I'mma") + Causative Verb "make"
➔ “I'mma” is an informal contraction of “I am going to.” Combined with the causative “make” (make something do something), it means the speaker intends to cause something (it) to perform an action (echo).
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Make up your mind ‘fore it’s too late
➔ Idiomatic Phrasal Verb + Informal Contraction
➔ “Make up your mind” is an idiomatic phrasal verb meaning to decide. “’Fore” is an informal, shortened version of “before.” The phrase means to decide before it becomes too late.
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Bring it crashing down that Protocol
➔ Phrasal Verb + Present Participle (as an adverbial/descriptive modifier)
➔ “Bring it down” is a phrasal verb meaning to cause something to fall or collapse. “Crashing” is a present participle used here to describe the manner in which “it” is brought down – with force and destruction.
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Made for greatness
➔ Past Participle (acting as an adjective/part of a reduced passive clause)
➔ “Made” is the past participle of “make.” Here, it functions as an adjective or part of a reduced passive clause (e.g., “that is made for greatness”), describing the inherent purpose or potential of something.
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