텐션 (tensyeon)
What 텐션 means
Energy level. Excitement.
When Koreans use it
Talk about how lively or enthusiastic someone feels in a social setting.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 오늘 텐션 높네.
B: 시험 끝났잖아!
English
A: You're full of energy today.
B: Exams are over!
Use it with care
Unlike English tension, this Korean use often means positive energy.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
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