Korean · Emotions & Feelings
감동하다
gamdonghada
To be moved
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Definition
To feel strong emotion because of something kind or beautiful.
Example
그 영화를 보고 감동했어요.
I was moved by that movie.
Etymology
'감동하다' (gamdonghada) is composed of '감동' (gamdong), which signifies emotional resonance or movement. This term captures a deeply felt emotional response.
How & Where It’s Used
'감동하다' is widely used in both written and spoken Korean when discussing impactful experiences, especially in cultural or artistic evaluations.