Korean Idioms & Expressions
녹초가 되다
nokchoga doeda
Literal meaning
to become a melted/wilted state
What it really means
To be completely worn out, with no energy left. Used after hard physical labor, a long day, or anything that drains you totally.
Examples
| Korean | English |
|---|---|
| 하루 종일 일해서 녹초가 됐어요. haru jongil ilhaeseo nokchoga dwaesseoyo. | I'm worn out from working all day. |
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