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끈적끈적 kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok
The mildly unpleasant or overly heavy tactile sensation of sticky surfaces, viscous liquids, or gooey foods.
What does 끈적끈적 mean?
끈적끈적 (kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok) means: The mildly unpleasant or overly heavy tactile sensation of sticky surfaces, viscous liquids, or gooey foods.
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How it's actually used
- 여름만 되면 습해서 방바닥이 끈적끈적해.
yeo-reum-man doe-myeon seup-hae-seo bang-ba-dak-i kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok-hae.
As soon as summer arrives, it gets so humid that the floor feels sticky.
💡 Reveals how the word captures environmental discomfort caused by humidity and sweat. - 치즈가 듬뿍 들어가서 빵이 끈적끈적하고 맛있어.
chi-jeu-ga deum-ppuk deᅳ-eo-ga-seo ppang-i kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok-ha-go mas-iss-eo.
It's packed with cheese, so the bread is gooey and delicious.
💡 Shows how a 'sticky' food texture can be framed as an indulgent, positive trait in the right context. - 선크림을 너무 많이 발랐더니 얼굴이 끈적끈적해.
seon-keu-ri-m-eul neo-mu manh-i bal-rat-deo-ni eol-gul-i kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok-hae.
I applied too much sunscreen, and now my face feels sticky.
💡 Demonstrates everyday usage for cosmetics or skincare products that leave an unwanted residue.
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