Dictionary — Entry No. 0780
뭐라고 했어
mworago-haesseo · expression
뭐라고 했어
mworago-haesseo
[mwoh-rah-go hah-ess-uh]
expressionbeginner
Meaning
Literally ‘What did you say?’ Used when shocked, confused, or needing clarification about something just said. Can express surprise, disbelief, or genuine misunderstanding.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
A staple reaction in K-Dramas during plot twists and shocking revelations. Characters dramatically ask this when receiving unexpected news or confessions. K-Pop idols use this in variety shows to react humorously to shocking facts about themselves or friends.
Example Sentences
뭐라고 했어? 다시 말해 봐.
mworago haesseo? dasi maraeyo?
What did you say? Say that again. (genuine confusion)
뭐라고 했어?! 미쳤어?
mworago haesseo?! michyeosseo?
What did you say?! Are you crazy? (shocked disbelief)
지금 뭐라고 한 거야?
jigeum mworago han geoya?
What did you just say? (demand for repetition)
⚠️ Don’t use mworago-haesseo when…
The tone dramatically changes meaning—said sharply it’s rude, said softly it’s confused. Can come across as dismissive if repeated; offer alternatives like ‘다시 말해 줄래?’ (Will you say that again?) for politeness.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Descendants of the Sun — Characters’ shocked reactions to mission-critical revelations in tense scenes
- K-Pop: BLACKPINK — Whistle (concept of surprising revelation and reaction)
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