독한

strong, potent, tough, fierce, ruthless

→ 독하다

adjective Rare #23,586

strong, potent Often used for alcohol, medicine, or a smell.

KO: 독한 술은 잘 못 마셔요.

EN: I can't handle strong liquor.

tough, fierce, ruthless Can sound harsh or insulting when used to describe a person.

KO: 그는 정말 독한 사람이다.

EN: He's a really tough person.

I'll have something strong.

— 영원 (2025)

What a bitch!

— 시카고 (2002)

How about a drink of something strong?

— 무방비 도시 (1945)