Dictionary — Entry No. 1171
좋아서
jomisseo · expression
좋아서
jomisseo
[jo-mi-SEO]
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Meaning
Literally ‘because it’s good/because I like it,’ this expression explains reasons or justifications. It conveys both rationale and emotional attachment, making it deeply cultural to how Koreans express motivation.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Frequently heard in BLACKPINK songs and interviews where members explain their artistry choices. Used in BTS lyrics to convey passion-driven decisions. This word captures the Korean philosophy of doing things with heart rather than obligation.
Example Sentences
나는 노래를 좋아서 매일 불러.
Naneun noraeleul jomisseo maeil bulleo.
I sing every day because I love singing. (emphasizes genuine passion, not duty)
BTS는 음악을 좋아서 계속 만들어.
BTS neun eumakhul jomisseo gyesokhae maneulleo.
BTS keeps making music because they love it. (implies artistic dedication)
이거 좋아서 샀어.
Igeo jomisseo sasseo.
I bought this because I liked it. (casual purchasing motivation)
⚠️ Don’t use jomisseo when…
Don’t confuse with joa (좋아), which is the base verb ‘to like.’ Jomisseo already includes the ‘because’ reasoning, so adding another because sounds redundant. Not the same as johahe (좋아해), which is present-tense affection.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Start-Up — character explains career choice with ‘jomisseo’ when defending passion project over stable job
- K-Pop: BLACKPINK — ‘Lovesick Girls’ (members discuss loving their group because of passion, not contracts)
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