Lyrics & Translation
Embark on a captivating journey into the Korean language with Han Dong Geun's poignant ballad, "그대라는 사치" (Luxury You Are). This song is a treasure trove for language learners, offering a rich emotional vocabulary and beautifully crafted phrases that express deep love and gratitude. Its clear enunciation and heartfelt delivery make it an excellent resource for practicing listening comprehension and understanding nuanced expressions. By immersing yourself in its moving lyrics and the artist's sincere voice, you'll not only enhance your Korean language skills but also gain insight into the cultural expressions of love and appreciation, making your learning experience both effective and deeply rewarding.
Key Vocabulary
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그대 /ɡuːde/ A1 |
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사치 /satʃi/ B1 |
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사랑 /saɾaŋ/ A2 |
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하루 /haɾu/ A1 |
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집 /dʒip/ A1 |
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아침 /a.tʃim/ A1 |
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눈뜨다 /nun.tɯ.da/ B1 |
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만나다 /man.na.da/ A2 |
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기쁘다 /ɡi.pɯ.da/ B1 |
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기도하다 /ɡi.do.ha.da/ B2 |
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변치 않다 /bʌn.tɕʰi.an.tʰa/ B2 |
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믿다 /mit.da/ B1 |
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상상하다 /saŋ.saŋ.ha.da/ B2 |
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꿈꾸다 /kkuːm.kku.da/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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어느 곳이든 그대가 있다면 그게 그림이죠
➔ 든 (든/든지) - means 'any' or 'whenever', indicating flexibility or regardless of certain conditions
➔ The suffix "-든" is used to indicate "any" or "whichever" in the sentence.
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나 그대가 있지만 힘든 세상이 아니라
➔ 지만 - means "but" or "although", used to contrast clauses
➔ The particle "-지만" is used to contrast two ideas or clauses, meaning "but" or "although".
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내 곁에서 변치 않고 영원하길 기도 드리죠
➔ 길 (여기를 '길'이라고 읽음) - a final ending used to express a wish or hope, similar to "may it be..."
➔ The ending "길" is used to express a hope or wish, similar to "may it be...".
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내가 감히 사랑할 수 있는지 말야
➔ 감히 - adverb meaning "dare to" or "boldly"
➔ The adverb "감히" is used to express daring or boldness in performing an action.
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무려 우리 함께 잠드는 이 밤과
➔ 무려 - adverb meaning "as many as" or "so much" (expressing emphasis or surprise)
➔ The adverb "무려" emphasizes a large amount or degree, often with a tone of surprise or admiration.
Album: Geudaelaneun Sachi
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