
How to Convince a Friend to Try Bungee Jumping in Korean
Group outings in Korea often involve exciting activities, and bungee jumping can be one of them! However, convincing a hesitant friend requires the right words. This guide provides essential Korean phrases and expressions to encourage your friend, address their fears, and persuade them to take the leap during your group adventure.
Table Of Content
Core Expression
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Expression: 번지 점프 해 보자!
Pronunciation: beon-ji jeom-peu hae bo-ja!
Meaning: Let’s try bungee jumping! (Informal, used between friends)
Encouraging Phrases
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Expression: 너 할 수 있어!
Pronunciation: neo hal su i-sseo!
Meaning: You can do it! -
Expression: 별로 안 무서워.
Pronunciation: byeol-lo an mu-seo-wo.
Meaning: It’s not that scary. -
Expression: 진짜 재밌을 거야.
Pronunciation: jin-jja jae-mi-sseul geo-ya.
Meaning: It’ll be really fun. -
Expression: 걱정하지 마.
Pronunciation: geok-jeong-ha-ji ma.
Meaning: Don’t worry. -
Expression: 내가 옆에 있을게.
Pronunciation: nae-ga yeo-pe i-sseul-ge.
Meaning: I’ll be right beside you. (Figuratively, offering support) -
Expression: 한 번만 용기를 내 봐.
Pronunciation: han beon-man yong-gi-reul nae bwa.
Meaning: Just be brave this once. -
Expression: 이런 기회 흔치 않아.
Pronunciation: i-reon gi-hoe heun-chi a-na.
Meaning: Opportunities like this don’t come often. -
Expression: 후회 안 할 거야.
Pronunciation: hu-hoe an hal geo-ya.
Meaning: You won’t regret it. -
Expression: 다들 너 응원하고 있어.
Pronunciation: da-deul neo eung-won-ha-go i-sseo.
Meaning: Everyone is cheering for you. -
Expression: 눈 딱 감고 뛰어!
Pronunciation: nun ttak gam-go ttwi-eo!
Meaning: Just close your eyes and jump!
Addressing Concerns
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Expression: 안전 장비 다 있어.
Pronunciation: an-jeon jang-bi da i-sseo.
Meaning: They have all the safety equipment. -
Expression: 전문가들이 도와줄 거야.
Pronunciation: jeon-mun-ga-deu-ri do-wa-jul geo-ya.
Meaning: The experts will help you. -
Expression: 사고 날 확률 거의 없어.
Pronunciation: sa-go nal hwang-nyul geo-ui eop-seo.
Meaning: The chance of an accident is almost zero. -
Expression: 무서운 건 잠깐이야.
Pronunciation: mu-seo-un geon jam-kkan-i-ya.
Meaning: Being scared is only for a moment. -
Expression: 높이가 걱정돼?
Pronunciation: no-pi-ga geok-jeong-dwae?
Meaning: Are you worried about the height? -
Expression: 뛰고 나면 기분 최고일걸.
Pronunciation: ttwi-go na-myeon gi-bun choe-go-il-geol.
Meaning: You’ll feel amazing after you jump. -
Expression: 나도 처음엔 무서웠어.
Pronunciation: na-do cheo-eu-men mu-seo-wosseo.
Meaning: I was scared at first too. -
Expression: 생각보다 괜찮아.
Pronunciation: saeng-gak-bo-da gwaen-cha-na.
Meaning: It’s better (less scary) than you think. -
Expression: 밑에 보지 말고 앞만 봐.
Pronunciation: mi-te bo-ji mal-go am-man bwa.
Meaning: Don’t look down, just look forward. -
Expression: 정 못하겠으면 안 해도 돼.
Pronunciation: jeong mot-ha-ge-sseu-myeon an hae-do dwae.
Meaning: If you really can’t do it, you don’t have to. (Use this carefully, might end the persuasion!)
Persuasion Tactics
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Expression: 우리 다 같이 하는 건데 너만 빠질 거야?
Pronunciation: u-ri da ga-chi ha-neun geon-de neo-man ppa-jil geo-ya?
Meaning: We’re all doing this together, are you really going to be the only one out? -
Expression: 평생 기억에 남을 거야.
Pronunciation: pyeong-saeng gi-eo-ge na-meul geo-ya.
Meaning: It will be a memory for a lifetime. -
Expression: 나중에 후회할지도 몰라.
Pronunciation: na-jung-e hu-hoe-hal-ji-do mol-la.
Meaning: You might regret it later. -
Expression: 이거 하려고 여기까지 왔잖아.
Pronunciation: i-geo ha-ryeo-go yeo-gi-kka-ji wat-ja-na.
Meaning: We came all this way to do this! -
Expression: 내가 먼저 뛸게, 보고 결정해.
Pronunciation: nae-ga meon-jeo ttwil-ge, bo-go gyeol-jeong-hae.
Meaning: I’ll jump first, watch me and then decide. -
Expression: 도전 정신을 보여줘!
Pronunciation: do-jeon jeong-si-neul bo-yeo-jwo!
Meaning: Show your challenging spirit! -
Expression: 인생샷 건질 수 있어!
Pronunciation: in-saeng-syat geon-jil su i-sseo!
Meaning: You can get a picture of a lifetime! (Slang for a great photo) -
Expression: 스트레스 확 풀릴걸?
Pronunciation: seu-teu-re-seu hwak pul-lil-geol?
Meaning: It will totally relieve your stress, you know? -
Expression: 같이 추억 만들자.
Pronunciation: ga-chi chu-eok man-deul-ja.
Meaning: Let’s make memories together. -
Expression: 너 겁쟁이 아니잖아!
Pronunciation: neo geop-jaeng-i a-ni-ja-na!
Meaning: You’re not a coward!
Cultural Tips
Understanding Korean culture can help in these situations. Koreans often value group harmony and participation (단체 활동, dan-che hwal-dong). Gently reminding a friend that ‘everyone is doing it’ can be more persuasive than in some Western cultures, appealing to the sense of togetherness.
The concept of ‘fighting!’ (화이팅! hwa-i-ting!) is a common expression of encouragement used in various challenging situations. Using this can add a familiar and supportive touch.
Peer encouragement plays a significant role. Friends often push each other (in a friendly way) to try new things and overcome fears. Your persistent but positive encouragement will likely be seen as supportive rather than pushy, especially within a close group.
Adventure sports and activities that provide good photo opportunities (인증샷, in-jeung-syat – proof shot) are popular, especially among younger generations. Highlighting the memorable experience and the chance for great photos can be an effective tactic.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Minjun (A) and Sora (B) are with friends at a bungee jumping site during a group trip. Sora is visibly nervous.
Roles: A – Minjun (Enthusiastic friend), B – Sora (Hesitant friend)
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Expression: A: 소라야, 진짜 번지 점프 해 보자! 너무 재밌을 것 같아!
Pronunciation: So-ra-ya, jin-jja beon-ji jeom-peu hae bo-ja! neo-mu jae-mi-sseul geot ga-ta!
Meaning: Sora, let’s really try bungee jumping! It looks so fun! -
Expression: B: 아… 민준아, 난 너무 무서워. 못 할 것 같아.
Pronunciation: A… Min-jun-a, nan neo-mu mu-seo-wo. mot hal geot ga-ta.
Meaning: Ah… Minjun, I’m too scared. I don’t think I can do it. -
Expression: A: 에이, 별로 안 무서워. 안전 장비 다 있고 전문가들이 도와주잖아. 너 할 수 있어!
Pronunciation: E-i, byeol-lo an mu-seo-wo. an-jeon jang-bi da it-go jeon-mun-ga-deu-ri do-wa-ju-ja-na. neo hal su isseo!
Meaning: Aw, it’s not that scary. They have all the safety gear and experts help you. You can do it! -
Expression: B: 그래도 너무 높아… 보기만 해도 다리가 떨려.
Pronunciation: Geu-rae-do neo-mu no-pa… bo-gi-man hae-do da-ri-ga tteol-lyeo.
Meaning: But it’s so high… Just looking makes my legs tremble. -
Expression: A: 괜찮아, 무서운 건 잠깐이야. 뛰고 나면 기분 최고일걸! 우리 다 같이 하는 건데 너만 빠질 거야? 같이 추억 만들자!
Pronunciation: Gwaen-cha-na, mu-seo-un geon jam-kkan-i-ya. ttwi-go na-myeon gi-bun choe-go-il-geol! u-ri da ga-chi ha-neun geon-de neo-man ppa-jil geo-ya? ga-chi chu-eok man-deul-ja!
Meaning: It’s okay, being scared is just for a moment. You’ll feel amazing after jumping! We’re all doing it together, are you really going to sit out? Let’s make memories together! -
Expression: B: 으… 정말? 후회 안 할까?
Pronunciation: Eu… jeong-mal? hu-hoe an hal-kka?
Meaning: Ugh… Really? Will I not regret it? -
Expression: A: 절대 후회 안 해! 내가 먼저 뛸게, 보고 용기를 내 봐! 화이팅!
Pronunciation: jeol-ttae hu-hoe an hae! nae-ga meon-jeo ttwil-ge, bo-go yong-gi-reul nae bwa! hwa-i-ting!
Meaning: You definitely won’t regret it! I’ll jump first, watch me and then be brave! Fighting! -
Expression: B: 알았어… 네가 뛰는 거 보고 생각해볼게…
Pronunciation: A-ra-sseo… ne-ga ttwi-neun geo bo-go saeng-ga-kae-bol-ge…
Meaning: Okay… I’ll watch you jump and think about it…
Practice Tips
Convincing someone takes practice! Try role-playing this scenario with a study partner~ Focus on sounding genuinely encouraging and supportive, not forceful. Listen to your friend’s concerns and use the appropriate phrases from the “Addressing Concerns” section. Remember to use informal language (반말, ban-mal) as shown, assuming you’re talking to a close friend. Watching clips of friends encouraging each other in Korean variety shows might also give you a feel for the tone and dynamics. Good luck, and 화이팅 (hwa-i-ting)!