Nuance Dictionary / Atmosphere & Vibe
포근하다 po-geun-ha-da
Soft, cozy, and warmly embracing (like a thick blanket)
What does 포근하다 mean?
포근하다 (po-geun-ha-da) means: Soft, cozy, and warmly embracing (like a thick blanket).
Applies to weather (a warm, soft spring breeze), objects (a fluffy down comforter), or a person's demeanor. It gives you the physical sensation of being gently wrapped in warmth.
How it's actually used
- 이불이 두툼해서 덮었을 때 정말 포근해요.
iburi dutumhaeseo deopeosseul ttae jeongmal pogeunhaeyo.
The duvet is thick, so it feels really soft and warm when you pull it over you.
💡 Describes physical softness and comforting warmth like a blanket. - 봄바람이 살살 불어서 날씨가 참 포근하네요.
bombaram-i salsal bureoseo nalssi-ga cham pogeunhaneyo.
The spring breeze is gentle, and the weather feels so soft and mild.
💡 Can describe gentle, pleasant weather. - 이 이불은 두툼해서 덮고 나면 정말 포근해.
i ibul-eun dutumhaeseo deopgo namyeon jeongmal pogeunhae.
This blanket is thick, so it feels really warm and soft once you pull it over you.
💡 Great for describing fluffy bedding or comforting tactile textures.
Related words in Atmosphere & Vibe
칙칙하다 chik-chik-ha-da삭막하다 sang-mak-ha-da적막하다 jeong-mak-ha-da어수선하다 eo-su-seon-ha-da썰렁하다 sseol-leong-ha-da