돌아이 (dol-a-i) meaning in Korean
돌아이 · dol-a-i
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'dol-a-i' (돌아이) is a common Korean slang term used to describe a crazy person, weirdo, or someone acting unpredictably. It serves as a slightly sanitized version of 'ddo-ra-i' and can be used both as a mild insult or affectionately among close friends.
Pronunciation
dol-a-i
Intensity
Moderate
Frequency
Common
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Meaning
A slang term used to describe a crazy person, a weirdo, or a nutjob who acts unpredictably. It is a slightly sanitized version of the word 'ddo-ra-i' and is widely used in daily life and media. While it can be an insult, it is also used affectionately among friends for someone playfully eccentric.
Korean editor note
상식에서 벗어난 행동을 하거나 예측할 수 없는 사람을 지칭하는 속어입니다. '또라이'를 순화한 표현으로 일상이나 방송에서 널리 쓰입니다. 심한 욕설이라기보다는 독특하고 엉뚱한 사람을 가리킬 때 장난스럽게 사용되기도 합니다.
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저 돌아이 또 이상한 짓 하네.
That nutjob is doing something weird again.
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