Sibling interactions often involve playful teasing, and knowing how to express this in Korean adds a layer of naturalness to your language skills. This guide focuses on common Korean phrases used when one sibling teases another for yawning loudly, particularly during a shared activity like watching a movie.
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Core Teasing Expression
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Expression: 하품 크게 하네!
Pronunciation: ha-pum keu-ge ha-ne!
Meaning: You’re yawning loudly! (A common, direct way to point out a loud yawn.)
Basic Yawning Phrases
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Expression: 하품하다
Pronunciation: ha-pum-ha-da
Meaning: To yawn -
Expression: 하품이 나와요.
Pronunciation: ha-pum-i na-wa-yo.
Meaning: I’m yawning. / A yawn is coming out. (Polite) -
Expression: 하품 나와.
Pronunciation: ha-pum na-wa.
Meaning: I’m yawning. (Informal) -
Expression: 나 졸려.
Pronunciation: na jol-lyeo.
Meaning: I’m sleepy. (Informal) -
Expression: 피곤해.
Pronunciation: pi-gon-hae.
Meaning: I’m tired. (Informal) -
Expression: 하품 소리
Pronunciation: ha-pum so-ri
Meaning: The sound of a yawn -
Expression: 입 가리고 하품해.
Pronunciation: ip ga-ri-go ha-pum-hae.
Meaning: Cover your mouth when you yawn. (Informal instruction) -
Expression: 하품 참는 중이야.
Pronunciation: ha-pum cham-neun jung-i-ya.
Meaning: I’m holding back a yawn. (Informal) -
Expression: 계속 하품이 나네.
Pronunciation: gye-sok ha-pum-i na-ne.
Meaning: I keep yawning. (Informal) -
Expression: 하품 전염됐어.
Pronunciation: ha-pum jeon-yeom-dwaess-eo.
Meaning: Your yawn is contagious / I caught your yawn. (Informal)
Teasing Phrases about Yawning
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Expression: 영화 지루해?
Pronunciation: yeong-hwa ji-ru-hae?
Meaning: Is the movie boring? (Implying the yawn is due to boredom) -
Expression: 어제 못 잤어?
Pronunciation: eo-je mot jass-eo?
Meaning: Did you not sleep last night? (Teasing about being tired) -
Expression: 입 찢어지겠다!
Pronunciation: ip jjit-eo-ji-gett-da!
Meaning: Your mouth is going to rip! (Exaggerated teasing about a big yawn) -
Expression: 하품 소리 엄청 크네.
Pronunciation: ha-pum so-ri eom-cheong keu-ne.
Meaning: Your yawn sound is really loud. -
Expression: 벌써 졸려?
Pronunciation: beol-sseo jol-lyeo?
Meaning: Are you sleepy already? -
Expression: 너 때문에 나도 하품 나오잖아.
Pronunciation: neo ttae-mun-e na-do ha-pum na-o-jan-a.
Meaning: You’re making me yawn too! -
Expression: 하마인 줄 알았네.
Pronunciation: ha-ma-in jul ar-an-ne.
Meaning: I thought you were a hippo. (Playful exaggeration comparing a big yawn to a hippo’s mouth) -
Expression: 영화 재미없나 보네.
Pronunciation: yeong-hwa jae-mi-eop-na bo-ne.
Meaning: Looks like the movie isn’t fun for you. -
Expression: 조용히 좀 해.
Pronunciation: jo-yong-hi jom hae.
Meaning: Be quiet. (Can be used playfully for a loud yawn) -
Expression: 에너지 드링크 마실래?
Pronunciation: e-neo-ji deu-ring-keu ma-sil-lae?
Meaning: Want an energy drink? (Teasing suggestion)
Responding to Teasing
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Expression: 아니야, 그냥 피곤해서 그래.
Pronunciation: a-ni-ya, geu-nyang pi-gon-hae-seo geu-rae.
Meaning: No, it’s just because I’m tired. -
Expression: 영화는 재밌어.
Pronunciation: yeong-hwa-neun jae-miss-eo.
Meaning: The movie is fun. -
Expression: 나 안 졸려!
Pronunciation: na an jol-lyeo!
Meaning: I’m not sleepy! -
Expression: 어쩔 수 없어. 하품이 나오는 걸.
Pronunciation: eo-jjeol su eops-eo. ha-pum-i na-o-neun geol.
Meaning: I can’t help it. The yawn just came out. -
Expression: 놀리지 마.
Pronunciation: nol-li-ji ma.
Meaning: Don’t tease me. -
Expression: 너도 해 봐.
Pronunciation: neo-do hae bwa.
Meaning: You try yawning (too). / You do it too. -
Expression: 시끄러워.
Pronunciation: si-kkeu-reo-wo.
Meaning: Be quiet / You’re noisy. (Common sibling retort) -
Expression: 그냥 숨 쉬는 거야.
Pronunciation: geu-nyang sum swi-neun geo-ya.
Meaning: I’m just breathing. (Playful denial) -
Expression: 미안, 소리가 컸어?
Pronunciation: mi-an, so-ri-ga keoss-eo?
Meaning: Sorry, was it loud? -
Expression: 신경 꺼.
Pronunciation: sin-gyeong kkeo.
Meaning: Mind your own business. / Stop caring. (Can be harsh or playful depending on tone)
Movie Context Phrases
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Expression: 영화 보자.
Pronunciation: yeong-hwa bo-ja.
Meaning: Let’s watch a movie. -
Expression: 이 영화 재밌다.
Pronunciation: i yeong-hwa jae-mit-da.
Meaning: This movie is fun. -
Expression: 집중해서 봐.
Pronunciation: jip-jung-hae-seo bwa.
Meaning: Watch attentively. / Focus and watch. -
Expression: 팝콘 먹을래?
Pronunciation: pap-kon meog-eul-lae?
Meaning: Want some popcorn? -
Expression: 소리 좀 줄여줘.
Pronunciation: so-ri jom jul-yeo-jwo.
Meaning: Please turn down the volume a bit. -
Expression: 거의 다 끝나가.
Pronunciation: geo-ui da kkeut-na-ga.
Meaning: It’s almost over. -
Expression: 잠깐 멈춰봐.
Pronunciation: jam-kkan meom-chwo-bwa.
Meaning: Pause it for a second. -
Expression: 화장실 갔다 올게.
Pronunciation: hwa-jang-sil gat-da ol-ge.
Meaning: I’ll go to the restroom (and come back). -
Expression: 이 장면 중요해.
Pronunciation: i jang-myeon jung-yo-hae.
Meaning: This scene is important. -
Expression: 불 좀 꺼줘.
Pronunciation: bul jom kkeo-jwo.
Meaning: Please turn off the lights.
Cultural Notes on Sibling Banter
Understanding sibling interactions in Korea involves recognizing the importance of age hierarchy, even in casual settings. While teasing is common, the older sibling often has more leeway. However, among siblings close in age, banter can be quite free and informal.
Playful exaggeration, like comparing a yawn to a hippo (하마 – ha-ma), is a common form of teasing (놀리기 – nol-li-gi). It’s usually lighthearted and not meant to be genuinely hurtful within the family context.
Using informal language (반말 – ban-mal) is standard between siblings, regardless of age difference, although younger siblings might occasionally use more respectful endings depending on the family dynamic or situation.
Directly pointing out actions like yawning loudly is acceptable among close family members. While politeness dictates covering one’s mouth (입 가리고 하품하기 – ip ga-ri-go ha-pum-ha-gi), siblings might playfully call each other out if they forget.
Responding to teasing often involves denial (아니야 – a-ni-ya), making excuses (피곤해서 그래 – pi-gon-hae-seo geu-rae), or retorting with similar playful jabs (시끄러워 – si-kkeu-reo-wo).
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Two siblings, Minjun (older brother) and Sora (younger sister), are watching a movie at home in the evening.
Roles:
- A: Minjun (민준)
- B: Sora (소라)
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Expression: B: (Yawns loudly) 하아암~
Pronunciation: ha-a-am~
Meaning: (Sound of a big yawn) -
Expression: A: 야, 하품 소리 엄청 크네! 영화 지루해?
Pronunciation: ya, ha-pum so-ri eom-cheong keu-ne! yeong-hwa ji-ru-hae?
Meaning: Hey, your yawn is really loud! Is the movie boring? -
Expression: B: 아니야! 그냥 좀 피곤해서 그래. 어제 늦게 잤거든.
Pronunciation: a-ni-ya! geu-nyang jom pi-gon-hae-seo geu-rae. eo-je neut-ge jat-geo-deun.
Meaning: No! It’s just because I’m a bit tired. I went to bed late yesterday. -
Expression: A: 입 찢어지겠다. 하마인 줄.
Pronunciation: ip jjit-eo-ji-gett-da. ha-ma-in jul.
Meaning: Your mouth is going to rip! I thought you were a hippo. -
Expression: B: 아, 놀리지 마! 오빠도 아까 하품했잖아.
Pronunciation: a, nol-li-ji ma! o-ppa-do a-kka ha-pum-haet-jan-a.
Meaning: Ah, don’t tease me! You (Oppa) yawned earlier too. -
Expression: A: 난 조용히 했지. 넌 온 동네 사람들이 다 듣겠다.
Pronunciation: nan jo-yong-hi haet-ji. neon on dong-ne sa-ram-deul-i da deut-gett-da.
Meaning: I did it quietly. Everyone in the neighborhood could probably hear you. -
Expression: B: 시끄러워. 영화나 봐.
Pronunciation: si-kkeu-reo-wo. yeong-hwa-na bwa.
Meaning: Be quiet. Just watch the movie.
Practice Tips
Practicing these playful teasing phrases can make your Korean sound much more natural, especially in informal settings! Try using them with Korean-speaking friends or family members if the situation arises~ Remember, tone is key; keep it light and friendly!
You can also practice responding to teasing. Think about how you’d react if someone teased you in Korean. Would you deny it, make an excuse, or tease them back? Role-playing these scenarios, even by yourself, can be helpful!
Pay attention to how siblings or close friends interact in Korean dramas or movies. You’ll often hear similar banter. Listen closely to the phrases they use and their intonation. Good luck practicing! 파이팅!
