1. What does it mean?

광대승천 describes an uncontrollably happy smile. Here 광대 means cheekbones, not a clown, and 승천 exaggerates how high they rise when you grin at a compliment, a cute moment, or welcome news.

Also written or said as gwangdaeseungcheon

2. The nuance

The expression is playful and visual. It describes delight rather than a literal change in someone's face, and need not imply romantic attraction.

3. Examples

“강아지가 내 무릎에 올라와서 광대승천 중이야.”

The puppy climbed onto my lap and I can't stop grinning.

“합격 문자를 읽는 내내 광대승천했어.”

I was beaming the whole time I read the acceptance message.

Related words

Sources

osen.co.kr

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