떨리다
Meaning: to tremble; to be nervous
What does 떨리다 mean?
떨리다 [tteolrida] is a verb meaning "to tremble; to be nervous". It is rated A2 on the CEFR scale, which means elementary — common in daily conversation. This word appears across 1 Lexibeom card pack, making it a high-utility vocabulary item for everyday Korean.
Example Sentences (1)
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How to Use 떨리다 in Conversation
As a verb, 떨리다 requires conjugation. The dictionary form ends in 다, but you will rarely use this form in speech — instead, conjugate based on politeness (요 for polite, 습니다 for formal, plain stem for casual) and tense (past, present, future). Learn this verb together with its three conjugated forms for maximum fluency.
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