Dictionary — Entry No. 0906
사람들
saramdul · noun
사람들
saramdul
[SAH-rahm-dul]
nounbeginner
Meaning
People; persons. The plural form of ‘사람’ (saram—person). Used to refer to multiple individuals or people in general. One of the most fundamental and frequently used nouns in everyday Korean conversation and media.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Ubiquitous in K-Dramas where characters discuss ‘what people think’ or navigate relationships. K-Pop lyrics frequently reference ‘saramdul’ when discussing social pressure, connection, or shared human experience. Central to Korean themes of collective harmony (화합—hwahap) versus individual identity.
Example Sentences
그곳에는 많은 사람들이 있었다.
geugosse-neun manheun saramduरी iseossdda.
There were many people there.
사람들은 뭐라고 생각할까?
saramdeureun mwora-go saenggakhalka?
What do people think? (expressing concern about social opinion)
사람들이 날 무시했다.
saramduuri nal musihhaetda.
People ignored me. (expressing social exclusion)
⚠️ Don’t use saramdul when…
1) ‘사람들’ always refers to multiple people; use ‘사람’ for singular. 2) In formal writing, some prefer ‘사람들이’ (saramduri) while ‘사람들’ can be used in colloquial contexts—check register.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Squid Game — The entire premise centers on how ‘saramdul’ (people) face desperation and moral choices under pressure.
- K-Pop: BTS — ‘Dynamite’ (celebrating connection and energy among people/audience)
ℹ️ Editorial Note: The cultural context and example usage are for educational reference only. Artist names, song titles, and drama references are used descriptively to illustrate vocabulary in context. This content is AI-assisted and reviewed for accuracy. For official information, please refer to the respective artists’ or studios’ official channels.