What does “대가리” mean in English?
This is a coarse term for a human head, often used in a derogatory sense. It's more neutral when referring to the heads of some animals.
Literally “head”
You might hear it used similarly to calling someone a 'dickhead' in English, often aimed at someone in frustration or insult. It carries a casual tone and is mostly informal.
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눈깔
2/5 · Coarsenunkkal
This is a coarse term for someone's eyes, often used in a derogatory way. It can imply that the person's eyes are unattractive or undesirable.
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It means a lie or bullshit, often used in casual conversations. It's a slang term that conveys dishonesty or exaggeration.
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2/5 · Coarsekkobong
It means a lackey or underling, referring to someone who is subservient or does menial tasks for someone else.
생쇼
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It refers to a ridiculous performance or unnecessary fuss someone is making. Think of it as calling out someone's over-the-top antics.
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