Korean Idioms & Expressions
와닿다
wadatda
Literal meaning
to come and touch (reach) one
What it really means
To resonate or strike a chord; to be felt deeply and personally. Used when words, art, or experience genuinely connect.
Examples
| Korean | English |
|---|---|
| 그 노래 가사가 유난히 마음에 와닿았다. geu norae gasa-ga yunanhi maeum-e wadatatda. | The lyrics of that song really struck a chord with me. |
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