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Korean idiom Get worked up; pursue enthusiastically; raise momentum

Idioms linked to “열05” · Linked dictionary word

열 (을) The part “을” may be omitted. 올리다 [내다] Possible alternative: “내다” · Usage not verified

  • Form listed in the dictionary: 열(을) 올리다[내다]
  • 열을 올리다
  • 열 올리다
  • 열을 내다 Unverified form
  • 열 내다 Unverified form

English rendering Get worked up; pursue enthusiastically; raise momentum Literal translation: “Raise [produce] heat”

Meaning 1

흥분하여 성을 내다.

Become excited and angry.

Dictionary example 1

네가 그렇게 열 낼 일이 아니니 참아라.

It's not something you should get so worked up over, so be patient.
Meaning 2

무엇에 열중하거나 열성을 보이다.

Become absorbed in something or show enthusiasm.

Dictionary example 1

한국 기업들이 새로운 시장을 개척하려고 열을 올리고 있다.

Korean companies are energetically seeking new markets.
Meaning 3

기세를 높이다.

Increase one's momentum.

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“열을 올리다” — Get worked up; pursue enthusiastically; raise momentum: Become excited and angry.
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