Vocabulary

무뚝뚝하다

blunt, unsociable in manner

Meaning

Describes someone who is curt and does not readily show warmth or emotion; not necessarily unkind.

Why this form?

차갑다 — “cold”: may suggest emotional distance; 무뚝뚝하다 emphasizes blunt or unexpressive manner.

Examples

윤기는 정말 무뚝뚝해 보인다. — Yoongi looks really reserved and curt.

말투가 무뚝뚝해요. — His way of speaking is blunt.

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