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야무지다 ya-mu-ji-da
Astute, highly capable, and doing things perfectly solidly
What does 야무지다 mean?
야무지다 (ya-mu-ji-da) means: Astute, highly capable, and doing things perfectly solidly.
A high compliment, especially for a young person. If a 10-year-old child cooks a perfect meal and cleans the kitchen flawlessly, adults will say '정말 야무지다!' It means they are incredibly sharp and dependable.
How it's actually used
- 저 친구는 일하는 것마다 참 야무져서 뭘 맡겨도 안심이 돼.
jeo chinguneun ilhaneun geotmada cham yamujyeoseo mwol matgyedo ansimi dwae.
That friend does every task so thoroughly and capably that I feel relieved no matter what I assign to them.
💡 The highest compliment for someone's competence and attention to detail. - 아직 어린데도 살림을 어찌나 야무지게 하는지 몰라.
ajik eorindedo sallimeul eojjina yamujige haneunji molla.
Even though they're still young, you wouldn't believe how adeptly and neatly they manage the household chores.
💡 Often used to praise young people who act mature and capable. - 우리 팀 인턴은 일처리가 야무져서 실수하는 법이 없어요.
Uri tim inteoneun ilcheoriga yamujyeoseo silsuhaneun beobi eopseoyo.
Our team's intern is so astute and capable that they never make mistakes.
💡 A strong compliment highlighting thoroughness and competence, especially in work.
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