내적 댄스 (naejeok daenseu)
What 내적 댄스 means
Dancing on the inside.
When Koreans use it
Describe enjoying music so much that you want to dance, even while sitting still.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 노래 좋은데 왜 가만히 있어?
B: 내적 댄스 중이야.
English
A: Great song. Why aren't you moving?
B: I'm dancing on the inside.
Use it with care
A playful contrast between an outwardly still body and inner excitement.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
