허풍

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허풍 (Heopung) is a Korean word that refers to exaggerated or boastful talk or behavior, with the implication of untrustworthiness. Here's a breakdown of its meaning and usage:

• Definition: 허풍 (虛風) means "exaggerated talk or behavior that is not credible". It's often used in expressions like "허풍을 떨다" (to boast, to brag) or "허풍이 세다" (to be a big boaster).
• Literal Meaning: The Sino-Korean word is composed of two parts:
• 虛 (Heo): Means "hollow," "empty," or "lie".
• 風 (Poong): Means "wind," "air," or "appearance/style."
• Synonyms/Related terms:
• Heopungseon (허풍선/虛風扇): This word refers to a person, with 'seon' meaning 'fan'.
• Heopungjaengi (허풍쟁이) or Heopungseoni (허풍선이): These terms describe someone who frequently engages in 허풍, labeling them as a "braggart" or "boaster".

• English Translations: Depending on the context, "Heopung" is translated as "boasting", "bragging", "exaggeration", "hot air," and "pretension."

• Usage: It is commonly used in the forms of "허풍을 떨다" (to boast) and "허풍이 세다" (a big boaster/ to be full of hot air).