Essential Korean Dating Slang — 남친/여친 (Namchin / Yeo-chin) Meaning, Examples & Practice

💖 남친/여친 (Namchin / Yeo-chin)

Korean Slang for Boyfriend & Girlfriend

🔤 Meaning

‘남친(Namchin)’ is a shortened form of namja chingu (boyfriend), and

‘여친(Yeo-chin)’ is a shortened form of yeoja chingu (girlfriend).

These are widely used slang words in Korea that sound casual, friendly, and natural in daily conversations. Learn how to use Korean dating slang like "남친" (boyfriend) and "여친" (girlfriend) naturally in real conversations.

These expressions are perfect for anyone learning Korean or dating a Korean partner.

🗣️ Example Sentences

Where's a good place to go on a date with my boyfriend?

남친이랑 데이트할 때 어디 가는 게 좋을까?

I think my girlfriend is upset with me.

여친이 나한테 서운해하는 것 같아.

I got a boyfriend!

남친 생겼어!

My girlfriend is so cute!

여친이 너무 귀여워!

I'm secretly preparing a surprise for my boyfriend!

남친 몰래 서프라이즈 준비 중!

💬 Short Dialogue

A: Do you have a boyfriend?

너 남친 있어?

B: Yes! My boyfriend is really sweet.

응! 남친이 정말 다정해.

🎤 Free Talking Questions

Practice speaking using ‘남친’ and ‘여친’ with these questions:

If you have a boyfriend or girlfriend, what kind of date do you like the most?

남친이나 여친이 있다면, 어떤 데이트를 가장 좋아하나요?

Have you ever planned a surprise for your boyfriend or girlfriend?

남친/여친에게 깜짝 서프라이즈를 해본 적 있나요?

What do you think is the most important thing on a date?

데이트할 때 가장 중요하다고 생각하는 것은 무엇인가요?

How would you advise a friend having problems with their boyfriend or girlfriend?

친구가 남친/여친 고민을 털어놓으면 어떻게 조언해줄 건가요?

What is your idea of an ideal partner?

당신이 생각하는 이상적인 연인은 어떤 사람인가요?

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