🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Shut up" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
닥쳐
"Shut up" in Korean · say it like dak-chuh

The most natural way to say "Shut up" in Korean is 닥쳐. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

조용히 해
more polite way to ask someone to be quiet
입 다물어
more casual and direct way, often used among friends

When to use it

Use '닥쳐' when you want someone to stop talking in a direct manner. It can come off as rude, so be cautious about the context. It's often used in informal situations among friends or when you're frustrated.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
닥쳐, 지금은 조용히 해야 해.Shut up, we need to be quiet now.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse '닥쳐' with '조용히 해', which is more polite.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 닥쳐, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Korean with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is '닥쳐' rude?

Yes, it can be considered rude, so use it carefully.

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