Korean Word · Intermediate
허덕이다
힘에 부쳐 쩔쩔매거나 괴로워하며 애쓰다
Pronunciation: [hʌ̹dʌ̹ɡida̠]
Meaning
힘에 부쳐 쩔쩔매거나 괴로워하며 애쓰다.
Example
숨이 차서 허덕이다.
I use the word "허덕이다".
Practice tips
- Practice 허덕이다 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Korean word is for intermediate-level learners.