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Think vs Feel in Korean
Confused between 생각하다 (saenggakhada) and 느끼다 (neukkida)? 🔴 생각하다 [saenggakhada] - to think (in your mind)
How these words work together
In Korean, 생각하다 means to think or to have an opinion, focusing on mental processes and reasoning. 느끼다 means to feel, referring to emotions or physical sensations. Understanding the difference helps you express thoughts and feelings clearly in Korean.
Words in this chart
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| 생각하다 | saenggakhada | Think |
| 느끼다 | neukkida | Feel |
Example sentences
나는 오늘 날씨가 좋다고 생각해요.
I think the weather is nice today.
음악을 들으면 기분이 좋게 느껴져요.
When I listen to music, I feel good.
그는 문제를 깊게 생각하고 있어요.
He is thinking deeply about the problem.
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