Reaction in Korean 🇰🇷

반응 info.

Tips to remember:
• Notice that “반응” can be split into “반” and “응”—with “응” sounding like the casual “uh-huh” you might say in response, which hints at its meaning.
• Imagine reacting to something surprising: you might say “응!” to show your reaction, helping you recall that “반응” means reaction.

Explanations:
• “반응” is used to denote the response or reaction someone has to a stimulus, comment, or event.
• It can apply to both emotional responses and physical reflexes.

Other words that mean the same thing:
• 리액션 (riaegsyen) – a Konglish term borrowed from English that is often used interchangeably with “반응” in casual conversation.
• 답변 (dapbyeon) – although more commonly used to mean “reply” or “answer,” it can sometimes be used in contexts involving verbal responses.

Alternate meanings and slang:
• In slang, “반응” can refer to the internet feedback or reactions to a post, video, or meme.
• It’s also used to describe one’s non-verbal reaction—like facial expressions—that are noticeable or humorous.

Examples of sentences:
• “I was curious about everyone’s reaction to the news.”
 Romanized: “News에 대한 모두의 반응이 궁금했어요.”
• “The cat jumped when it reacted to the sudden noise.”
 Romanized: “갑작스러운 소리에 반응해서 고양이가 뛰어올랐어요.”
• “Her reaction to the surprise party was priceless.”
 Romanized: “서프라이즈 파티에 대한 그녀의 반응은 정말 대단했어요.”

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