Nuance Dictionary / Specific Physical Discomforts
따끔하다 tta-kkeum-ha-da
A sharp, stinging pain, like getting a shot, a papercut, or hearing harsh criticism
What does 따끔하다 mean?
따끔하다 (tta-kkeum-ha-da) means: A sharp, stinging pain, like getting a shot, a papercut, or hearing harsh criticism.
Nurses always say 'Ttakkeum!' right before giving you a shot.
How it's actually used
- 주사 맞을 때 조금 따끔할 수 있어요.
jusa majeul ttae jogeum ttakkumhal su isseoyo.
It might sting a little when you get the shot.
💡 Commonly used by medical staff to soften the warning. - 상사한테 따끔한 충고를 들었더니 정신이 번쩍 드네.
sangsahante ttakkumhan chungg-oreul deureotdeoni jeonsini beonjjeok deune.
After hearing some sharp advice from my boss, I'm wide awake now.
💡 Used metaphorically for harsh, piercing criticism. - 주사 맞을 때 팔이 잠깐 따끔할 수 있으니까 조금만 참으세요.
jusa majeul ttae pari jamkan ttakkeumhal su isseunikka jogeumman chameuseoyo.
Your arm might sting a little when you get the shot, so please bear with it for a moment.
💡 Often used by nurses right before an injection.
Related words in Specific Physical Discomforts
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