헐 Heol
A Common Expression Among Gen Z
🤔 Definition:헐 is a popular Korean slang expression used to show surprise, disbelief, or astonishment. It's often used in response to shocking or unexpected situations.
👄 Pronunciation:헐 is pronounced as [hŏl]. It has a soft "h" sound, and the "eo" is similar to the "u" sound in "sun."
🤌 Examples:
1. 헐, 그 사람 진짜 대단하다!(Whoa, that person is really amazing!)
2. 헐, 이렇게 빨리 끝날 줄 몰랐어.(Whoa, I didn’t expect it to be over this fast.)
🐣 Origin:The origin of 헐 comes from the sound someone makes when they are taken aback by something unexpected or shocking. Over time, it became a trendy expression among younger people, especially Gen Z.