Nuance Dictionary / Appearance & Demeanor
똘똘하다 ttol-ttol-ha-da
Looking bright, smart, and quick-witted, usually applied to children or young juniors
What does 똘똘하다 mean?
똘똘하다 (ttol-ttol-ha-da) means: Looking bright, smart, and quick-witted, usually applied to children or young juniors.
A warm compliment for a clever kid who catches on very quickly.
How it's actually used
- 우리 조카는 어리지만 말도 잘하고 참 똘똘해.
Uri jokaneun eorijiman maldo jalhago cham ttolttolhae.
My nephew is young, but he speaks well and is really sharp.
💡 A warm compliment for a clever child. - 이번에 새로 들어온 인턴이 일머리 있고 똘똘하더라.
Ibeone saero deureoon inteoni ilmeori itgo ttolttolhadeora.
The new intern who just started has good common sense and is very sharp.
💡 Can also apply to capable young coworkers. - 우리 팀 새로 온 인턴은 눈치도 빠르고 일머리가 있어서 참 똘똘하다.
uri tim saero on inteoneun nunchido ppareugo ilmeoriga isseseo cham ttolttolhada.
The new intern on our team is really bright and quick-witted because they catch on fast.
💡 Used to praise a junior who is sharp and capable.
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