Everyone knows 대박, nobody really knows 대박
K-drama subtitles say "amazing" or "wow." But native speakers use 대박 with 6 completely different emotions.
1. Genuine excitement — 대박! 진짜?! (Pure joy)
2. Shock — 대...박... (Slow, drawn out)
3. Sarcasm — 대박이네~ (Flat, eye roll)
4. Frustration — 아 대박... (Something went wrong)
5. Gossip — 대박 대박 대박 (Rapid-fire)
6. Admiration — 와 대박이다 (Genuine respect)
Subtitles translate words, not tone. Hear all 6 tones on Tubelang.
Which 대박 tone surprised you most?
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