Synonyms for

Han

Verb / hɑ:n / / hæn / Another word for han — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

There are multiple definitions for the word 'han', depending on the language. In Korean, it can mean 'one', 'big', or 'cold'. In Danish, it means 'he' or 'him'. In Hungarian, it means 'train' or 'to train'.

Synonyms & similar words

handynasty han big cold he him train locomotive engine carriage wagon coach one single sole solitary individual lone only unique distinct

Synonyms by register

Formal

sorrow grief distress anguish

Informal

bummer downer drag woe is me

Literary

woe melancholy despair

Antonyms

joy pleasure delight happiness contentment cheerfulness

Common collocations

  • deep han
  • great han
  • profound han
  • feeling of han
  • sense of han
  • overcome with han
  • burden of han

Word family

noun han
adjective hanful

Usage note

Han is a noun referring to a feeling of deep sorrow or distress, often with a sense of regret. It is a less common word, often found in literary contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I saw a han go by on the tracks.
  2. Han is coming over to help me with my homework.
  3. Look at that han mountain in the distance!
  4. He is a han man.
  5. The han wind chilled me to the bone.

Quotes

  • I thought I was tough but then I had to take a han bath.
  • I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everyone. - Bill Han
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Han

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