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WEEK 1 _ General Vocabulary Flashcards

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Strand, Main Thread (of a Thought or Issue)

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가닥 – Strand, Main Thread
➡ 가닥 is a native Korean word meaning a single thread or strand, often used metaphorically for the main idea or direction.

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Virtual, Hypothetical

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가상 – Virtual, Hypothetical
가 – Fake, pretend
상 – Image, state
➡ Together: 가상 refers to something hypothetical, imagined, or virtual (e.g., 가상 현실 – virtual reality).

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Hypothesis

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가설 – Hypothesis
가 – Temporary, assumption
설 – Theory, explanation
➡ Together: 가설 means a hypothesis or provisional assumption.

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Spotlight, Popularity

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각광 [각꽝] – Spotlight, Popularity
각 – Each, individual
광 – Light, shine
➡ Together: 각광 means being in the spotlight or receiving attention.

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Determination, Readiness

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각오 – Determination, Readiness
각 – Perceive, realize
오 – Think, understand
➡ Together: 각오 means being mentally prepared for a challenge.

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Conflict, Dispute

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갈등 [갈뜽] – Conflict, Dispute
갈 – Disrupt, discord
등 – Oppose, struggle
➡ Together: 갈등 refers to conflicts or struggles, whether personal, social, or political.

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Key Point, Clue

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갈피 – Key Point, Clue
➡ 갈피 is a native Korean word meaning a clue or the main point within confusion.

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Development

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개발 – Development
개 – Open, initiate
발 – Unfold, grow
➡ Together: 개발 refers to progress, innovation, or land and software development.

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Hesitation, Reluctance

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거리낌 – Hesitation, Reluctance
➡ 거리낌 is a native Korean word meaning uneasiness or moral hesitation.

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Obstacle, Hindrance

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걸림돌 [걸림똘] – Obstacle, Hindrance
걸림 – Stumbling, blocking
돌 – Stone, rock
➡ Together: 걸림돌 refers to an obstacle or hindrance in progress.

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Leisure, Spare Time

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겨를 – Leisure, Spare Time
➡ 겨를 is a native Korean word referring to time available to do something.

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Encouragement, Support

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격려 [경녀] – Encouragement, Support
격 – Inspire, elevate
려 – Cheer, assist
➡ Together: 격려 means giving encouragement or moral support.

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Trend, Tendency

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경향 – Trend, Tendency
경 – Path, direction
향 – Toward, inclination
➡ Together: 경향 means a general tendency or trend.

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Trigger, Motivating Factor

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계기 – Trigger, Motivating Factor
계 – System, connection
기 – Opportunity, chance
➡ Together: 계기 refers to an incident or factor that causes something.

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Stereotype, Fixed Idea

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고정관념 – Stereotype, Fixed Idea
고정 – Fixed, unchanging
관념 – Concept, belief
➡ Together: 고정관념 refers to preconceived notions or stereotypes.

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Consideration, Reflection

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고찰 – Consideration, Reflection
고 – High, deep
찰 – Observe, examine
➡ Together: 고찰 means deep reflection or thorough examination of a topic.

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Difficulty, Hardship

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고충 – Difficulty, Hardship
고 – Suffering, hardship
충 – Affliction, distress
➡ Together: 고충 refers to difficulties or concerns, especially in work or personal struggles.

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Predicament, Crisis

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곤경 – Predicament, Crisis
곤 – Difficulty, hardship
경 – Situation, condition
➡ Together: 곤경 means a serious dilemma or predicament.

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Contribution, Merit

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공로 [공노] – Contribution, Merit
공 – Public, work
로 – Effort, labor
➡ Together: 공로 refers to contributions or merits in service or achievement.

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Contest / Conspiracy

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공모 – Contest / Conspiracy
공 – Public, joint
모 – Recruit, gather
➡ Together: 공모 can mean either an open contest or a secret conspiracy.

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Public Interest

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공익 – Public Interest
공 – Public, common
익 – Benefit, advantage
➡ Together: 공익 refers to activities or policies benefiting society.

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Coexistence

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공존 – Coexistence
공 – Together, shared
존 – Exist, live
➡ Together: 공존 means different entities or groups coexisting peacefully.

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Excessive Praise

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과찬 – Excessive Praise
과 – Excessive, over
찬 – Compliment, praise
➡ Together: 과찬 means overly generous praise.

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Concept, Notion

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관념 – Concept, Notion
관 – View, perspective
념 – Thought, idea
➡ Together: 관념 refers to abstract ideas or mental concepts.

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Tolerance, Generosity

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관용 – Tolerance, Generosity
관 – Broad, inclusive
용 – Accept, use
➡ Together: 관용 means an attitude of tolerance or leniency.

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Custom, Practice

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관행 – Custom, Practice
관 – Official, tradition
행 – Action, behavior
➡ Together: 관행 refers to an established practice or norm.

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Poverty, Destitution

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궁핍 – Poverty, Destitution
궁 – Desperation, lack
핍 – Poor, destitute
➡ Together: 궁핍 means severe poverty or economic hardship.

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Role Model, Inspiration

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귀감 – Role Model, Inspiration
귀 – Valuable, noble
감 – Example, model
➡ Together: 귀감 means a person or example to be admired and followed.

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Balance, Equilibrium

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균형 – Balance, Equilibrium
균 – Even, stable
형 – Form, shape
➡ Together: 균형 refers to balance, both physical and conceptual.

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Frugality, Thriftiness

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근검절약 – Frugality, Thriftiness
근 – Diligence
검 – Thrift, saving
절 – Control, moderation
약 – Reduce, save
➡ Together: 근검절약 means living frugally and avoiding waste.

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Skill, Ability

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기량 – Skill, Ability
기 – Ability, technique
량 – Measure, capacity
➡ Together: 기량 refers to one’s level of skill or talent.

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Foundation, Base

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기반 – Foundation, Base
기 – Basic, fundamental
반 – Support, ground
➡ Together: 기반 refers to the base upon which something is built.

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Energy, Momentum

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기세 – Energy, Momentum
기 – Spirit, force
세 – Power, strength
➡ Together: 기세 refers to momentum or energy driving progress.

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Unfounded Fear, Worry

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기우 – Unfounded Fear, Worry
기 – Fear, worry
우 – Mistake, overestimation
➡ Together: 기우 refers to excessive or groundless worries.

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Disposition, Temperament

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기질 – Disposition, Temperament
기 – Energy, essence
질 – Nature, quality
➡ Together: 기질 refers to a person’s innate personality or temperament.

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Slogan, Banner (Symbol of a Cause)

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기치 – Slogan, Banner
기 – Energy, willpower
치 – Flag, sign
➡ Together: 기치 refers to a slogan, banner, or ideological stance representing a cause.

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Framework, Foundation

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기틀 – Framework, Foundation
기 – Base, foundation
틀 – Frame, structure
➡ Together: 기틀 refers to the structural foundation of something, such as a system or organization.

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Elegance, Dignity

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기품 – Elegance, Dignity
기 – Energy, spirit
품 – Character, quality
➡ Together: 기품 refers to a refined, elegant character or dignified presence.

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Reason, Cause

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까닭 – Reason, Cause
➡ 까닭 is a native Korean word meaning the reason or cause behind something.

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Pretext, Weak Point for Criticism

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꼬투리 – Pretext, Weak Point for Criticism
➡ 꼬투리 is a native Korean word referring to a trivial flaw or pretext used to criticize someone.

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Hint, Sign, Suspicion

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낌새 – Hint, Sign, Suspicion
➡ 낌새 is a native Korean word meaning a subtle sign or clue indicating something might happen.

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One’s Own Way, Depending on One’s Perspective

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나름 – One’s Own Way, Depending on One’s Perspective
➡ 나름 is a native Korean word indicating how something is interpreted or done differently depending on the person.

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Need, Necessity

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나위 – Need, Necessity
➡ 나위 is a native Korean word meaning something necessary or required in a situation.

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Men and Women of All Ages

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남녀노소 – Men and Women of All Ages
남 – Man
녀 – Woman
노 – Elderly
소 – Young
➡ Together: 남녀노소 means “people of all ages and genders.”

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Embarrassment, Predicament

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낭패 – Embarrassment, Predicament
낭 – Unexpected misfortune
패 – Defeat, failure
➡ Together: 낭패 refers to an embarrassing or difficult situation.

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Post-Retirement Life, Aging

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노후 – Post-Retirement Life, Aging
노 – Old, aging
후 – Later, after
➡ Together: 노후 refers to old age or life after retirement.

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Basis of an Argument, Evidence

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논거 – Basis of an Argument, Evidence
논 – Discuss, argue
거 – Reason, basis
➡ Together: 논거 refers to reasoning or evidence used to support an argument.

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Controversy, Dispute

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논란 – Controversy, Dispute
논 – Discuss, argue
란 – Chaos, disturbance
➡ Together: 논란 refers to heated debates or controversial issues.

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Debate, Argument

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논쟁 – Debate, Argument
논 – Discuss, argue
쟁 – Struggle, dispute
➡ Together: 논쟁 refers to discussions or debates, often involving opposing viewpoints.

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Main Point of Discussion, Issue

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논점 [논쩜] – Main Point of Discussion, Issue
논 – Discuss, argue
점 – Point, topic
➡ Together: 논점 refers to the central issue or main point of a debate.

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Ability, Competence

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능률 [능뉼] – Ability, Competence
능 – Ability, capability
률 – Efficiency, rate
➡ Together: 능률 refers to work efficiency or productivity.

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Unity, Solidarity

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단결 – Unity, Solidarity
단 – Single, united
결 – Bind, tie
➡ Together: 단결 means strong unity and cooperation among a group.

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Clue, Hint, Lead

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단서 – Clue, Hint, Lead
단 – End, fragment
서 – Writing, document
➡ Together: 단서 refers to a clue or hint leading to a discovery.

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Request, Urging

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당부 – Request, Urging
당 – Entrust, instruct
부 – Ask, request
➡ Together: 당부 refers to an earnest request or plea.

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At That Time, At That Moment

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당시 – At That Time, At That Moment
당 – That
시 – Time, moment
➡ Together: 당시 means “at that time” in past events.

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Target, Object

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대상 – Target, Object
대 – Contrast, counterpart
상 – Appearance, form
➡ Together: 대상 refers to a target or subject of action.

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Back of the Neck, Grasped by the Neck (Caught Red-Handed)

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덜미 – Back of the Neck, Grasped by the Neck
➡ 덜미 is a native Korean word referring to the back of the neck, often used metaphorically for getting caught.

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Breakthrough

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돌파구 – Breakthrough
돌 – Break through, push
파 – Split, pierce
구 – Opening, way
➡ Together: 돌파구 means a breakthrough solution in difficult situations.

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Movement, Motion

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동작 – Movement, Motion
동 – Move, action
작 – Operate, work
➡ Together: 동작 refers to physical movement or gestures.

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Agreement, Sympathy

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동조 – Agreement, Sympathy
동 – Same, together
조 – Assist, support
➡ Together: 동조 means agreeing with or sympathizing with someone.

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Trend, Movement, Tendency

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동향 – Trend, Movement, Tendency
동 – Move, direction
향 – Toward, inclination
➡ Together: 동향 refers to trends or developments in an area.

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Standing Out, Being Prominent

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두각 – Standing Out, Being Prominent
두 – Head, top
각 – Angle, distinctiveness
➡ Together: 두각 means being distinguished or standing out.

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Support, Backup

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뒷받침 – Support, Backup
뒷 – Back, behind
받침 – Support, reinforcement
➡ Together: 뒷받침 refers to backing up or supporting something.

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Being Pushed Aside, Neglected

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뒷전 – Being Pushed Aside, Neglected
뒷 – Back, behind
전 – Area, position
➡ Together: 뒷전 refers to something being set aside or ignored.

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Gateway to Success

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등용문 – Gateway to Success
등 – Ascend, climb
용 – Dragon (symbolizing achievement)
문 – Gate, entrance
➡ Together: 등용문 refers to an opportunity leading to success.

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Stepping Stone, Foundation

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디딤돌 – Stepping Stone, Foundation
디딤 – Stepping on
돌 – Stone
➡ Together: 디딤돌 refers to something that serves as a foundation for progress.

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Peers, People of the Same Age Group

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또래 – Peers, People of the Same Age Group
➡ 또래 is a native Korean word meaning people of the same age or social group.

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Unrealistic Dreams, Uncertain Future

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뜬구름 – Unrealistic Dreams, Uncertain Future
뜬 – Floating
구름 – Cloud
➡ Together: 뜬구름 metaphorically means vague aspirations or uncertainty.

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Deadline, Closing Time

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마감 – Deadline, Closing Time
마 – End, finish
감 – Close, shut
➡ Together: 마감 refers to a deadline or closing period.

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Random, Haphazard

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마구잡이 – Random, Haphazard
마구 – Recklessly
잡이 – Grabbing, handling
➡ Together: 마구잡이 refers to doing something without planning or order.

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Friction, Conflict

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마찰 – Friction, Conflict
마 – Rub, grind
찰 – Stick, touch
➡ Together: 마찰 refers to both physical friction and social conflicts.

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Reckless, Stubborn Behavior

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막무가내 – Reckless, Stubborn Behavior
막 – Block, reckless
무 – No, not
가 – Possible
내 – Endure, control
➡ Together: 막무가내 describes a person who refuses to listen to reason.

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Final Stage, End Phase

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막판 – Final Stage, End Phase
막 – Last, final
판 – Phase, round
➡ Together: 막판 refers to the last stage of an event.

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Expiration, Termination

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만료 – Expiration, Termination
만 – Full, complete
료 – End, finish
➡ Together: 만료 refers to the expiration of a contract or document.

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End of a Sentence, Twisting Words

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말꼬리 – End of a Sentence, Twisting Words
말 – Speech, words
꼬리 – Tail, end
➡ Together: 말꼬리 refers to the tail end of a sentence, often twisted to manipulate meaning.

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Speech Ability, Speaking Opening

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말문 – Speech Ability, Speaking Opening
말 – Speech, words
문 – Door, opening
➡ Together: 말문 refers to someone beginning to speak or their ability to express themselves.

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Trouble, Commotion

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말썽 – Trouble, Commotion
말 – Speech, words
썽 – Argument, conflict
➡ Together: 말썽 refers to causing trouble or being troublesome.

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Delusion, Fantasy

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망상 – Delusion, Fantasy
망 – Reckless, unaware
상 – Imagine, think
➡ Together: 망상 refers to unrealistic fantasies or delusions.

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Disgrace, Humiliation

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망신 – Disgrace, Humiliation
망 – Ruin, destruction
신 – Body, reputation
➡ Together: 망신 refers to public embarrassment or disgrace.

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Luckily, Fortunately

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망정 – Luckily, Fortunately
망 – In spite of, regardless
정 – Condition, case
➡ Together: 망정 expresses relief that a situation didn’t turn worse.

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81
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Knot, Conclusion, Resolution

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매듭 – Knot, Conclusion, Resolution
➡ 매듭 is a native Korean word meaning a knot or the conclusion of a matter.

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Soot, Exhaust Fumes

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매연 – Soot, Exhaust Fumes
매 – Smoke, pollution
연 – Smoke, fumes
➡ Together: 매연 refers to black smoke or air pollution from combustion.

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83
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Sales, Revenue

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매출 – Sales, Revenue
매 – Sell, trade
출 – Go out, release
➡ Together: 매출 refers to the total amount of sales revenue.

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84
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Context, Connection

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맥락 – Context, Connection
맥 – Pulse, continuity
락 – Tie, connection
➡ Together: 맥락 refers to the flow of an idea or situation in context.

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85
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Aspect, Appearance

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면모 – Aspect, Appearance
면 – Face, surface
모 – Shape, look
➡ Together: 면모 refers to someone’s characteristic appearance or aspect.

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86
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Extinction

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멸종 – Extinction
멸 – Destroy, perish
종 – Species, kind
➡ Together: 멸종 means the extinction of a species.

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87
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Nominal, In Name Only

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명목 – Nominal, In Name Only
명 – Name, title
목 – Category, purpose
➡ Together: 명목 refers to a title or justification with little actual basis.

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88
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Prayers for the Deceased

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명복 – Prayers for the Deceased
명 – Life, destiny
복 – Blessing, happiness
➡ Together: 명복 refers to praying for the well-being of someone who has passed away.

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89
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Just for the Sake of It, Name Only

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명색 – Just for the Sake of It, Name Only
명 – Name, title
색 – Form, appearance
➡ Together: 명색 means something exists in name only without real substance.

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90
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Reputation, Fame

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명성 – Reputation, Fame
명 – Name, title
성 – Voice, reputation
➡ Together: 명성 refers to fame or prestige.

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91
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Title, Name of Something

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명칭 – Title, Name of Something
명 – Name, title
칭 – Call, refer to
➡ Together: 명칭 refers to the official name or designation of something.

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92
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Model, Example

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모범 – Model, Example
모 – Pattern, model
범 – Law, standard
➡ Together: 모범 means an exemplary standard or role model.

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93
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Contradiction, Inconsistency

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모순 – Contradiction, Inconsistency
모 – Spear
순 – Shield
➡ Together: 모순 refers to something self-contradictory (originating from a classic Chinese paradox).

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94
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Portion, Share

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몫 – Portion, Share
➡ 몫 is a native Korean word meaning a rightful portion or share of something.

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95
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Charm, Unique Pleasure

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묘미 – Charm, Unique Pleasure
묘 – Mysterious, subtle
미 – Beauty, charm
➡ Together: 묘미 refers to a unique or subtle enjoyment.

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96
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Silent Tribute, Moment of Silence

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묵념 – Silent Tribute, Moment of Silence
묵 – Silence, deep thought
념 – Remembrance, memory
➡ Together: 묵념 refers to a moment of silence to pay respect.

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97
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Civilization

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문명 – Civilization
문 – Writing, culture
명 – Brightness, enlightenment
➡ Together: 문명 refers to an advanced human society.

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98
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Cultural Artifacts, Historical Items

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문물 – Cultural Artifacts, Historical Items
문 – Culture, writing
물 – Object, thing
➡ Together: 문물 refers to cultural heritage or foreign influences.

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99
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Threshold, Barrier to Entry

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문턱 – Threshold, Barrier to Entry
➡ 문턱 is a native Korean word meaning a literal or metaphorical threshold.

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100
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Material, Substance

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물질 – Material, Substance
물 – Thing, object
질 – Matter, quality
➡ Together: 물질 refers to physical substances or material wealth.

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101
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Maze, Mystery

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미궁 – Maze, Mystery
미 – Mysterious, unclear
궁 – Palace, deep place
➡ Together: 미궁 means a situation that is puzzling or unsolvable.

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102
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Bait, Lure

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미끼 – Bait, Lure
➡ 미끼 is a native Korean word referring to bait for fishing or deception.

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103
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Virtue, Moral Excellence

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미덕 – Virtue, Moral Excellence
미 – Beautiful, good
덕 – Virtue, morality
➡ Together: 미덕 refers to moral virtue or an admirable trait.

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104
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Regret, Lingering Attachment

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미련 – Regret, Lingering Attachment
미 – Not yet, lingering
련 – Attachment, connection
➡ Together: 미련 means an inability to let go of something or someone.

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105
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Public Complaint, Civil Petition

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민원 – Public Complaint, Civil Petition
민 – People, citizen
원 – Request, appeal
➡ Together: 민원 refers to a formal complaint or civil request to the government.

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106
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Foundation, Fertilizer for Growth

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밑거름 – Foundation, Fertilizer for Growth
밑 – Bottom, base
거름 – Fertilizer, nourishment
➡ Together: 밑거름 refers to something that serves as a foundation for future success.

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107
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Fundamental Base, Underlying Principle

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밑바탕 – Fundamental Base, Underlying Principle
밑 – Bottom, base
바탕 – Background, foundation
➡ Together: 밑바탕 refers to an essential foundation or groundwork.

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108
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Feeling Nervous, Uncomfortable Position

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바늘방석 – Feeling Nervous, Uncomfortable Position
바늘 – Needle
방석 – Cushion
➡ Together: 바늘방석 metaphorically describes an uncomfortable situation, like “sitting on pins and needles.”

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109
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Foundation, Basis

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바탕 – Foundation, Basis
➡ 바탕 is a native Korean word referring to the base or fundamental quality of something.

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110
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Rebellion, Revolt

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반란 – Rebellion, Revolt
반 – Oppose, rebel
란 – Chaos, uprising
➡ Together: 반란 refers to a political or military rebellion.

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111
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Resistance, Strong Opposition

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반발 – Resistance, Strong Opposition
반 – Oppose, resist
발 – React, push back
➡ Together: 반발 means pushing back against authority or opinions.

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112
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Rank, Position in a Group

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반열 – Rank, Position in a Group
반 – Group, class
열 – Row, line, position
➡ Together: 반열 refers to reaching a certain status or ranking.

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113
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Reaction, Response

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반응 – Reaction, Response
반 – Oppose, reflect
응 – Answer, response
➡ Together: 반응 means a response to an action or stimulus.

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114
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Carrying In, Bringing In

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반입 – Carrying In, Bringing In
반 – Oppose, move inside
입 – Enter, bring in
➡ Together: 반입 means bringing objects into a restricted area.

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115
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Idea, Conception, Thought Process

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발상 – Idea, Conception, Thought Process
발 – Start, originate
상 – Image, thought
➡ Together: 발상 refers to creative thinking or coming up with new ideas.

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116
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Radioactivity

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방사능 – Radioactivity
방 – Release, emit
사 – Spread, radiate
능 – Ability, capacity
➡ Together: 방사능 refers to radioactive energy or radiation exposure.

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117
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Plan, Proposal

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방안 – Plan, Proposal
방 – Method, way
안 – Plan, suggestion
➡ Together: 방안 refers to a proposed method or solution.

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118
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Defense, Protection

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방어 – Defense, Protection
방 – Block, prevent
어 – Protect, defend
➡ Together: 방어 means defending against attacks or preventing harm.

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119
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Policy, Course of Action

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방침 – Policy, Course of Action
방 – Method, direction
침 – Needle, focus
➡ Together: 방침 refers to an official guideline or policy direction.

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120
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Shield, Protection

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방패 – Shield, Protection
방 – Block, prevent
패 – Plate, barrier
➡ Together: 방패 refers to a literal or metaphorical shield.

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121
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Habit, Mannerism

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버릇 – Habit, Mannerism
➡ 버릇 is a native Korean word referring to ingrained habits, both good and bad.

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122
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Prosperity, Flourishing

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번영 – Prosperity, Flourishing
번 – Expand, thrive
영 – Glory, prosperity
➡ Together: 번영 refers to economic, social, or national prosperity.

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123
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Change, Variation

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변동 – Change, Variation
변 – Change, shift
동 – Move, fluctuate
➡ Together: 변동 refers to changes, especially in prices or trends.

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124
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Transition, Evolution

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변천 – Transition, Evolution
변 – Change, shift
천 – Pass through, progress
➡ Together: 변천 refers to historical or social changes over time.

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125
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Separate, Different Entity

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별개 – Separate, Different Entity
별 – Different, distinct
개 – Object, unit
➡ Together: 별개 refers to something being completely separate from another.

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126
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Separate, Additional

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별도 – Separate, Additional
별 – Different, separate
도 – Degree, category
➡ Together: 별도 refers to something additional or separately handled.

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127
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Sense of Fulfillment, Reward

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보람 – Sense of Fulfillment, Reward
➡ 보람 is a native Korean word describing the meaningfulness or value of an effort.

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128
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Compensation, Reimbursement

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보상 – Compensation, Reimbursement
보 – Give back, restore
상 – Reward, compensation
➡ Together: 보상 refers to financial or emotional compensation.

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129
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Taking Medication, Consumption

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복용 – Taking Medication, Consumption
복 – Swallow, take in
용 – Use, apply
➡ Together: 복용 means taking medicine as prescribed.

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130
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Replication, Copying

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복제 – Replication, Copying
복 – Duplicate, restore
제 – Make, produce
➡ Together: 복제 refers to cloning or reproducing something identically.

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131
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Instinct, Natural Impulse

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본능 – Instinct, Natural Impulse
본 – Root, fundamental
능 – Ability, power
➡ Together: 본능 refers to innate instincts or gut reactions.

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132
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Example, Role Model

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본보기 – Example, Role Model
본 – Root, original
보 – Show, demonstrate
기 – Case, instance
➡ Together: 본보기 refers to something used as a good or bad example.

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133
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Burden, Responsibility

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부담 – Burden, Responsibility
부 – Attach, impose
담 – Carry, bear
➡ Together: 부담 means a heavy responsibility or financial burden.

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134
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Sector, Field, Department

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부문 – Sector, Field, Department
부 – Part, section
문 – Gate, field
➡ Together: 부문 refers to an area of expertise or industry category.

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135
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Rage, Fury

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분노 – Rage, Fury
분 – Anger, resentment
노 – Fury, wrath
➡ Together: 분노 refers to intense anger or fury.

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Quantity, Amount

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분량 – Quantity, Amount
분 – Divide, portion
량 – Measure, amount
➡ Together: 분량 refers to a specific quantity of something.

137
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Dispute, Conflict

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분쟁 – Dispute, Conflict
분 – Divide, separate
쟁 – Struggle, fight
➡ Together: 분쟁 refers to a conflict or dispute between parties.

138
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Secret to Success, Key Tip

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비결 – Secret to Success, Key Tip
비 – Secret, hidden
결 – Method, way
➡ Together: 비결 means a special method or trick for achieving success.

139
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Obesity

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비만 – Obesity
비 – Excess, over
만 – Full, excessive
➡ Together: 비만 refers to excessive body fat or obesity.

140
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Secret Method, Special Recipe

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비법 – Secret Method, Special Recipe
비 – Secret, hidden
법 – Law, method
➡ Together: 비법 means a secret technique or special formula.

141
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Ratio, Proportion

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비율 – Ratio, Proportion
비 – Compare, proportion
율 – Rate, ratio
➡ Together: 비율 refers to the numerical ratio of one thing to another.

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Weight, Importance

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비중 – Weight, Importance
비 – Compare, proportion
중 – Heavy, importance
➡ Together: 비중 refers to the relative importance or significance of something.

143
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Frequency, Occurrence Rate

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빈도 – Frequency, Occurrence Rate
빈 – Often, frequent
도 – Degree, level
➡ Together: 빈도 refers to how frequently something happens.

144
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Fraud, Morale, Fighting Spirit

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사기 – Fraud, Morale, Fighting Spirit
사 – Cheat, deceive / Will, energy
기 – Energy, spirit
➡ Together: 사기 can mean either deception (fraud) or high spirits (morale), depending on context.

145
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Example, Case

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사례 – Example, Case
사 – Matter, event
례 – Example, precedent
➡ Together: 사례 refers to an example or case study of an event.

146
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All Year Round, Throughout the Four Seasons

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사시사철 – All Year Round, Throughout the Four Seasons
사 – Four
시 – Time, season
사 – Four
철 – Season
➡ Together: 사시사철 means continuously throughout the four seasons.

147
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Situation, State of Affairs

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사태 – Situation, State of Affairs
사 – Matter, event
태 – Condition, state
➡ Together: 사태 refers to an ongoing situation, often serious or problematic.

148
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Household, Livelihood, Managing a Home

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살림 – Household, Livelihood, Managing a Home
➡ 살림 is a native Korean word referring to managing a home and livelihood.

149
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Coexistence, Mutual Growth

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상생 – Coexistence, Mutual Growth
상 – Mutual, together
생 – Live, grow
➡ Together: 상생 refers to a relationship where both parties benefit and thrive together.

150
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Common Sense, General Knowledge

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상식 – Common Sense, General Knowledge
상 – Always, general
식 – Knowledge, understanding
➡ Together: 상식 refers to basic knowledge that most people are expected to have.

151
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Situation, Circumstances

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상황 – Situation, Circumstances
상 – Condition, phase
황 – State, event
➡ Together: 상황 refers to the current state of affairs in a given context.

152
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Sprout, New Bud

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새싹 – Sprout, New Bud
새 – New, fresh
싹 – Bud, sprout
➡ Together: 새싹 refers to young plant sprouts or metaphorically, young people with potential.

153
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Livelihood, Means of Living

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생계 – Livelihood, Means of Living
생 – Life, survival
계 – Plan, means
➡ Together: 생계 refers to making a living or sustaining oneself.

154
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Creation, Formation

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생성 – Creation, Formation
생 – Life, create
성 – Achieve, form
➡ Together: 생성 refers to the process of forming or creating something.

155
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Survival, Existence

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생존 – Survival, Existence
생 – Life, survival
존 – Exist, continue
➡ Together: 생존 refers to staying alive or surviving in difficult conditions.

156
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Goodwill, Benevolence

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선의 – Goodwill, Benevolence
선 – Good, virtuous
의 – Intention, meaning
➡ Together: 선의 refers to having good intentions or acting benevolently.

157
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First Come, First Served

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선착순 [선착쑨] – First Come, First Served
선 – First, lead
착 – Arrive, land
순 – Order, sequence
➡ Together: 선착순 means serving or selecting people in the order they arrive.

158
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Achievement, Performance, Result

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성과 – Achievement, Performance, Result
성 – Achieve, succeed
과 – Result, outcome
➡ Together: 성과 refers to accomplishments or measurable results.

159
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Performance, Capability

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성능 – Performance, Capability
성 – Achieve, function
능 – Ability, power
➡ Together: 성능 refers to the functional performance of a device or system.

160
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Ingredient, Component

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성분 – Ingredient, Component
성 – Achieve, create
분 – Part, fraction
➡ Together: 성분 refers to the ingredients or composition of something.

161
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Gender Ratio, Gender Distribution

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성비 – Gender Ratio, Gender Distribution
성 – Gender, sex
비 – Ratio, proportion
➡ Together: 성비 refers to the ratio of males to females in a population.

162
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Support, Encouragement

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성원 – Support, Encouragement
성 – Succeed, accomplish
원 – Assist, help
➡ Together: 성원 refers to cheering, moral support, or assistance.

163
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Character, Personality

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성품 – Character, Personality
성 – Nature, trait
품 – Quality, disposition
➡ Together: 성품 refers to a person’s inherent nature or character.

164
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Tendency, Inclination

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성향 – Tendency, Inclination
성 – Nature, characteristic
향 – Toward, inclination
➡ Together: 성향 refers to someone’s personality traits or behavioral tendencies.

165
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Bacteria, Germs

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세균 – Bacteria, Germs
세 – Tiny, small
균 – Bacteria, microbe
➡ Together: 세균 refers to bacteria or germs, often in medical or biological contexts.

166
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Impression, Thoughts, Feelings

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소감 – Impression, Thoughts, Feelings
소 – Think, reflect
감 – Feeling, emotion
➡ Together: 소감 refers to personal impressions or thoughts after an experience.

167
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Opinion, View

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소견 – Opinion, View
소 – Small, individual
견 – View, perspective
➡ Together: 소견 means a person’s opinion or viewpoint, often used formally.

168
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Commotion, Uproar

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소란 – Commotion, Uproar
소 – Small, light
란 – Chaos, disturbance
➡ Together: 소란 refers to loud noise, disorder, or disruption.

169
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Hope, Wish

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소망 – Hope, Wish
소 – Small, personal
망 – Hope, desire
➡ Together: 소망 refers to a deep personal hope or aspiration.

170
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Belief, Conviction

A

소신 – Belief, Conviction
소 – Own, personal
신 – Trust, faith
➡ Together: 소신 refers to a firm belief or conviction in one’s principles.

171
Q

Material, Subject Matter

A

소재 – Material, Subject Matter
소 – Place, location
재 – Material, substance
➡ Together: 소재 refers to materials in manufacturing or the subject matter in writing.

172
Q

Attribute, Characteristic

A

속성 [속썽] – Attribute, Characteristic
속 – Inside, inherent
성 – Nature, quality
➡ Together: 속성 refers to an inherent property or characteristic of something.

173
Q

Hand, Touch, Help

A

손길 [손낄] – Hand, Touch, Help
손 – Hand
길 – Road, reach
➡ Together: 손길 metaphorically means someone’s helping hand or touch.

174
Q

Handling, Maintenance

A

손질 – Handling, Maintenance
손 – Hand
질 – Skill, handling
➡ Together: 손질 refers to trimming, fixing, or maintaining something.

175
Q

Skill, Craftsmanship

A

솜씨 – Skill, Craftsmanship
➡ 솜씨 is a native Korean word meaning dexterity or skill, especially in manual work.

176
Q

Collection, Retrieval

A

수거 – Collection, Retrieval
수 – Gather, collect
거 – Take, retrieve
➡ Together: 수거 refers to collecting or retrieving items, often waste or recyclables.

177
Q

Establishment, Formulation

A

수립 – Establishment, Formulation
수 – Build, set up
립 – Stand, establish
➡ Together: 수립 refers to the creation of policies, systems, or plans.

178
Q

Sleep, Sleeping State

A

수면 – Sleep, Sleeping State
수 – Water, flow (metaphor for calmness)
면 – Sleep, rest
➡ Together: 수면 refers to the act or state of sleeping.

179
Q

Method, Technique

A

수법 – Method, Technique
수 – Hand, skill
법 – Law, method
➡ Together: 수법 refers to a specific technique, often in crime or art.

180
Q

Search, Investigation

A

수색 – Search, Investigation
수 – Seek, search
색 – Look for, explore
➡ Together: 수색 refers to an official or detailed search, often in law enforcement.

181
Q

Level, Rank, Intensity

A

수위 – Level, Rank, Intensity
수 – Water, measurement
위 – Position, height
➡ Together: 수위 refers to the level of something, such as water height or importance.

182
Q

Rules, Regulations

A

수칙 – Rules, Regulations
수 – Follow, uphold
칙 – Rule, guideline
➡ Together: 수칙 refers to prescribed rules or safety guidelines.

183
Q

Harvest, Yield

A

수확 – Harvest, Yield
수 – Gather, collect
확 – Expand, gain
➡ Together: 수확 refers to gathering crops or metaphorically reaping results.

184
Q

Deep Sleep / Long-Held Wish (depending on context)

A

숙면 – Deep Sleep / Destiny
숙 – Deep, long
면 – Sleep / Desire, wish
➡ Together: 숙면 can mean deep, restful sleep or a long-held ambition, depending on usage.

185
Q

Long-Standing Desire, Goal

A

숙원 – Long-Standing Desire, Goal
숙 – Long, deep
원 – Wish, aspiration
➡ Together: 숙원 refers to an unfulfilled but long-desired goal.

186
Q

Breath of Relief, Lifeline

A

숨통 – Breath of Relief, Lifeline
숨 – Breath, life
통 – Passage, tube
➡ Together: 숨통 refers to an opportunity to breathe freely or a crucial lifeline.

187
Q

Victory or Defeat, Competitive Match

A

승부 – Victory or Defeat, Competitive Match
승 – Win, succeed
부 – Lose, defeat
➡ Together: 승부 refers to a competition with a winner and loser.

188
Q

Winning Probability, Chance of Victory

A

승산 – Winning Probability, Chance of Victory
승 – Win, success
산 – Calculation, estimate
➡ Together: 승산 refers to one’s chances of winning in a competition.

189
Q

Perspective, Point of View

A

시각 – Perspective, Point of View
시 – Look, view
각 – Angle, viewpoint
➡ Together: 시각 refers to both physical sight and conceptual viewpoints.

190
Q

Ordeal, Hardship

A

시련 – Ordeal, Hardship
시 – Test, trial
련 – Training, hardship
➡ Together: 시련 refers to a difficult trial or hardship.

191
Q

Worry, Concern

A

시름 – Worry, Concern
➡ 시름 is a native Korean word referring to deep worries or burdens.

192
Q

Every Moment, Constantly

A

시시각각 – Every Moment, Constantly
시 – Time, hour
시 – Time, moment
각 – Every, each
각 – Each, different
➡ Together: 시시각각 means “moment by moment” or “constantly changing.”

193
Q

Dietary Therapy, Diet Plan

A

식이요법 – Dietary Therapy, Diet Plan
식 – Food, eating
이 – Related to, concerning
요 – Heal, cure
법 – Method, law
➡ Together: 식이요법 refers to medically guided eating plans for health or recovery.

194
Q

Nervousness, Irritability

A

신경질 – Nervousness, Irritability
신경 – Nerves, sensitivity
질 – Disposition, tendency
➡ Together: 신경질 refers to being overly sensitive, irritable, or easily annoyed.

195
Q

Excitement, Enthusiasm

A

신명 – Excitement, Enthusiasm
신 – God, divine (metaphorical for high spirits)
명 – Bright, clear
➡ Together: 신명 refers to energetic excitement, often in music or performance.

196
Q

Social Status, Identity

A

신분 – Social Status, Identity
신 – Body, self
분 – Divide, category
➡ Together: 신분 refers to a person’s rank or identity in society.

197
Q

Mystery, Mystical Nature

A

신비 – Mystery, Mystical Nature
신 – Divine, supernatural
비 – Secret, hidden
➡ Together: 신비 refers to something mysterious or unexplainable.

198
Q

Religious Faith, Belief

A

신앙 – Religious Faith, Belief
신 – God, faith
앙 – Respect, belief
➡ Together: 신앙 refers to religious faith or devotion.

199
Q

Clue, Lead, Hint

A

실마리 – Clue, Lead, Hint
➡ 실마리 is a native Korean word meaning a small clue leading to a solution.

200
Q

Despair, Loss of Hope

A

실의 – Despair, Loss of Hope
실 – Lose, fail
의 – Will, intention
➡ Together: 실의 refers to deep disappointment or loss of will.

201
Q

Real Combat, Practical Experience

A

실전 – Real Combat, Practical Experience
실 – Real, actual
전 – War, battle
➡ Together: 실전 refers to real-life applications or practice under real conditions.

202
Q

Practice, Execution of an Idea

A

실천 – Practice, Execution of an Idea
실 – Real, actual
천 – Carry out, fulfill
➡ Together: 실천 refers to putting theory into practice.

203
Q

Actual Condition, Reality

A

실태 – Actual Condition, Reality
실 – Real, actual
태 – State, condition
➡ Together: 실태 refers to the actual state of a situation.

204
Q

Psychology, Mental State

A

심리 – Psychology, Mental State
심 – Heart, mind
리 – Logic, reasoning
➡ Together: 심리 refers to one’s mental and emotional state.

205
Q

Deliberation, Review

A

심의 [시미] – Deliberation, Review
심 – Deep, careful
의 – Discuss, examine
➡ Together: 심의 refers to official reviews or evaluations.

206
Q

Feelings, Emotional State

A

심정 – Feelings, Emotional State
심 – Heart, mind
정 – Feeling, sentiment
➡ Together: 심정 refers to deep emotions or personal feelings.

207
Q

Heart and Soul, Deep Devotion

A

심혈 – Heart and Soul, Deep Devotion
심 – Heart, blood
혈 – Blood, life essence
➡ Together: 심혈 refers to putting one’s utmost effort and devotion into something.

208
Q

Perfectly Suited, Just Right

A

십상 – Perfectly Suited, Just Right
십 – Ten (metaphor for completeness)
상 – Appearance, situation
➡ Together: 십상 refers to something being an exact or perfect fit.

209
Q

Spending Habits, Expenditure

A

씀씀이 – Spending Habits, Expenditure
➡ 씀씀이 is a native Korean word referring to one’s financial habits.

210
Q

Foul Smell, Stench

A

악취 – Foul Smell, Stench
악 – Bad, evil
취 – Smell, odor
➡ Together: 악취 refers to a strong, unpleasant smell.

211
Q

Straining Effort, Desperate Attempt

A

안간힘 – Straining Effort, Desperate Attempt
➡ 안간힘 is a native Korean word meaning using all one’s strength to endure or accomplish something.

212
Q

Insight, Perspective

A

안목 – Insight, Perspective
안 – Eye, vision
목 – Look, focus
➡ Together: 안목 refers to keen insight or ability to discern quality.

213
Q

Hint, Implication

A

암시 – Hint, Implication
암 – Dark, hidden
시 – Show, indicate
➡ Together: 암시 refers to an indirect suggestion or implication.

214
Q

Overwhelming, Dominating

A

압도 – Overwhelming, Dominating
압 – Press, overpower
도 – Lead, control
➡ Together: 압도 refers to something being overpowering or dominant.

215
Q

Ambition, Aspiration

A

야심 – Ambition, Aspiration
야 – Night (metaphor for longing, hidden desires)
심 – Heart, desire
➡ Together: 야심 refers to strong ambition or high aspirations.

216
Q

Understanding, Consideration

A

양해 – Understanding, Consideration
양 – Allow, accept
해 – Understand, solve
➡ Together: 양해 refers to showing patience or understanding toward a situation.

217
Q

Acting Childish, Seeking Attention

A

어리광 – Acting Childish, Seeking Attention
➡ 어리광 is a native Korean word meaning someone behaving immaturely to seek affection.

218
Q

Etymology, Word Origin

A

어원 – Etymology, Word Origin
어 – Language, word
원 – Origin, root
➡ Together: 어원 refers to the origin and history of a word.

219
Q

Oppression, Suppression

A

억압 – Oppression, Suppression
억 – Press down, restrain
압 – Overpower, suppress
➡ Together: 억압 refers to forcibly restraining someone’s freedom or rights.

220
Q

Intonation, Accent

A

억양 – Intonation, Accent
억 – Control, adjust
양 – Raise, tone
➡ Together: 억양 refers to the rise and fall of pitch in speech.

221
Q

Exaggerated Pain, Feigned Suffering

A

엄살 – Exaggerated Pain, Feigned Suffering
➡ 엄살 is a native Korean word meaning pretending to be in more pain than one actually is.

222
Q

Complete Mess, Total Chaos

A

엉망진창 – Complete Mess, Total Chaos
엉망 – Messy, disorderly
진창 – Mud, dirt
➡ Together: 엉망진창 refers to a situation that is in total disarray.

223
Q

Conditions, Circumstances

A

여건 [여껀] – Conditions, Circumstances
여 – Surplus, extra
건 – Matter, case
➡ Together: 여건 refers to the given conditions or circumstances for something.

224
Q

Margin, Blank Space

A

여백 – Margin, Blank Space
여 – Surplus, extra
백 – White, blank
➡ Together: 여백 refers to empty spaces, such as in books or paintings.

225
Q

Leisure, Relaxed State

A

여유 – Leisure, Relaxed State
여 – Surplus, extra
유 – Exist, have
➡ Together: 여유 refers to having time, space, or financial freedom.

226
Q

Capability, Competence

A

역량 [영냥] – Capability, Competence
역 – Power, ability
량 – Measure, capacity
➡ Together: 역량 refers to a person’s ability or competence.

227
Q

Reversal, Turnaround

A

역전 [역쩐] – Reversal, Turnaround
역 – Opposite, reverse
전 – Turn, change
➡ Together: 역전 refers to a sudden change in a situation, often in competition.

228
Q

Annually, Per Year

A

연간 – Annually, Per Year
연 – Year
간 – Interval, duration
➡ Together: 연간 refers to something occurring yearly.

229
Q

Pension, Annuity

A

연금 – Pension, Annuity
연 – Long-term, continuation
금 – Money, fund
➡ Together: 연금 refers to a financial stipend paid regularly after retirement.

230
Q

Compassion, Sympathy

A

연민 – Compassion, Sympathy
연 – Feel, relate
민 – Sorrow, pity
➡ Together: 연민 refers to deep sympathy or compassion for someone.

231
Q

Passion, Enthusiasm

A

열의 [여리] – Passion, Enthusiasm
열 – Heat, intensity
의 – Intent, will
➡ Together: 열의 refers to strong enthusiasm or dedication.

232
Q

Concern, Worry

A

염려 [염녀] – Concern, Worry
염 – Think, worry
려 – Fear, anxiety
➡ Together: 염려 refers to concerns or worries about the future.

233
Q

Prophecy, Prediction

A

예언 – Prophecy, Prediction
예 – Before, prior
언 – Words, speech
➡ Together: 예언 refers to predicting or prophesizing future events.

234
Q

Etiquette, Manners

A

예의범절 – Etiquette, Manners
예 – Courtesy, politeness
의 – Conduct, righteousness
범 – Law, rule
절 – Principle, discipline
➡ Together: 예의범절 refers to social etiquette and proper manners.

235
Q

Prediction, Forecast

A

예측 – Prediction, Forecast
예 – Before, prior
측 – Measure, estimate
➡ Together: 예측 refers to forecasting future trends or events.

236
Q

Error, Mistake

A

오류 – Error, Mistake
오 – Wrong, mistake
류 – Type, kind
➡ Together: 오류 refers to logical or technical errors.

237
Q

Misjudgment, Miscalculation

A

오산 – Misjudgment, Miscalculation
오 – Wrong, mistake
산 – Calculate, estimate
➡ Together: 오산 refers to an incorrect assumption or miscalculation.

238
Q

Defense, Support, Advocacy

A

옹호 – Defense, Support, Advocacy
옹 – Protect, uphold
호 – Assist, defend
➡ Together: 옹호 refers to supporting or defending someone or an idea.

239
Q

Avoidance, Turning Away

A

외면 – Avoidance, Turning Away
외 – Outside, external
면 – Face, look
➡ Together: 외면 refers to ignoring or turning away from something.

240
Q

Foreign Exchange Crisis

A

외환위기 – Foreign Exchange Crisis
외 – Foreign, external
환 – Exchange, currency
위 – Danger, crisis
기 – Period, time
➡ Together: 외환위기 refers to an economic crisis related to currency exchange.

241
Q

Know-How, Trick, Skill

A

요령 – Know-How, Trick, Skill
요 – Essential, core
령 – Command, knowledge
➡ Together: 요령 refers to having practical know-how or skill in something.

242
Q

Stroke of Luck, Fortunate Outcome

A

요행 – Stroke of Luck, Fortunate Outcome
요 – Wish, hope
행 – Luck, fortune
➡ Together: 요행 refers to an unexpectedly good outcome or stroke of luck.

243
Q

Friendship, Amicable Relations

A

우호 – Friendship, Amicable Relations
우 – Friend, companion
호 – Good, favorable
➡ Together: 우호 refers to friendly relations between individuals or nations.

244
Q

Transportation, Delivery

A

운송 – Transportation, Delivery
운 – Move, transport
송 – Send, deliver
➡ Together: 운송 refers to the movement of goods or people.

245
Q

Fence, Boundary, Protection

A

울타리 – Fence, Boundary, Protection
➡ 울타리 is a native Korean word referring to physical fences or metaphorical boundaries.

246
Q

Original Copy, Original Document

A

원본 – Original Copy, Original Document
원 – Origin, source
본 – Main, fundamental
➡ Together: 원본 refers to an original, unaltered document or work.

247
Q

Principle, Rule

A

원칙 – Principle, Rule
원 – Fundamental, base
칙 – Rule, standard
➡ Together: 원칙 refers to a basic principle or fundamental rule.

248
Q

Hierarchy, Order of Ranks

A

위계질서 – Hierarchy, Order of Ranks
위 – Position, rank
계 – System, classification
질 – Order, structure
서 – Sequence, arrangement
➡ Together: 위계질서 refers to structured rankings within an organization or society.

249
Q

Hygiene, Sanitation

A

위생 – Hygiene, Sanitation
위 – Protect, health
생 – Life, living
➡ Together: 위생 refers to cleanliness and health maintenance.

250
Q

Comfort, Reassurance

A

위안 – Comfort, Reassurance
위 – Console, soothe
안 – Peace, stability
➡ Together: 위안 refers to something that brings comfort or relief.

251
Q

Majestic Presence, Dignity

A

위용 – Majestic Presence, Dignity
위 – Grand, imposing
용 – Appearance, figure
➡ Together: 위용 refers to an impressive, commanding presence.

252
Q

Centered Around, Focused On

A

위주 – Centered Around, Focused On
위 – High, above
주 – Main, focus
➡ Together: 위주 refers to prioritizing or centering around something.

253
Q

Entrustment, Delegation

A

위탁 – Entrustment, Delegation
위 – Entrust, delegate
탁 – Trust, leave in care
➡ Together: 위탁 refers to leaving a task or responsibility in someone else’s hands.

254
Q

Campaigning, Political Tour

A

유세 – Campaigning, Political Tour
유 – Travel, move around
세 – Power, influence
➡ Together: 유세 refers to election campaigns or demonstrating power.

255
Q

Type, Category, Classification

A

유형 – Type, Category, Classification
유 – Exist, have
형 – Shape, form
➡ Together: 유형 refers to different types or categories of things.

256
Q

Application, Contest Entry

A

응모 – Application, Contest Entry
응 – Respond, answer
모 – Recruit, gather
➡ Together: 응모 refers to submitting an entry for a contest or event.

257
Q

Doubt, Question, Uncertainty

A

의문 – Doubt, Question, Uncertainty
의 – Intend, thought
문 – Question, problem
➡ Together: 의문 refers to questioning something due to uncertainty.

258
Q

Theory, Conceptual Framework

A

이론 – Theory, Conceptual Framework
이 – Reason, logic
론 – Argument, discussion
➡ Together: 이론 refers to theoretical knowledge or frameworks.

259
Q

Hidden Side, Background

A

이면 – Hidden Side, Background
이 – Inside, hidden
면 – Side, aspect
➡ Together: 이면 refers to the deeper or unseen aspect of something.

260
Q

Logic, Reasoning, Common Sense

A

이치 – Logic, Reasoning, Common Sense
이 – Reason, principle
치 – Rule, law
➡ Together: 이치 refers to the logical or reasonable aspect of things.

261
Q

Nearby, Vicinity

A

인근 – Nearby, Vicinity
인 – Approach, close
근 – Near, proximity
➡ Together: 인근 refers to places or areas in close proximity.

262
Q

Impression, Facial Expression

A

인상 – Impression, Facial Expression
인 – Draw, pull
상 – Image, appearance
➡ Together: 인상 refers to the impression someone leaves or their facial expression.

263
Q

Talented Person, Exceptional Individual

A

인재 – Talented Person, Exceptional Individual
인 – Person, human
재 – Talent, ability
➡ Together: 인재 refers to a highly skilled or talented person.

264
Q

Human-related, Pertaining to People

A

인적 – Human-related, Pertaining to People
인 – Person, human
적 – Related to, aspect
➡ Together: 인적 refers to human traces, populations, or activity.

265
Q

Adjacent, Close Proximity

A

인접 – Adjacent, Close Proximity
인 – Approach, close
접 – Connect, contact
➡ Together: 인접 refers to being directly next to or adjacent to something.

266
Q

Crowd, Mass of People

A

인파 – Crowd, Mass of People
인 – Person, human
파 – Wave, surge
➡ Together: 인파 refers to a dense crowd of people.

267
Q

A Certain Perspective, Partial View

A

일각 – A Certain Perspective, Partial View
일 – One, part
각 – Angle, view
➡ Together: 일각 refers to a single perspective or fraction of something larger.

268
Q

Every Single Move

A

일거수일투족 – Every Single Move
일 – One, single
거 – Lift, move
수 – Hand, action
일 – One, single
투 – Throw, step
족 – Foot, movement
➡ Together: 일거수일투족 means observing someone’s every action in detail.

269
Q

Reason, Justification

A

일리 – Reason, Justification
일 – One, certain
리 – Logic, reason
➡ Together: 일리 refers to reasoning or justification that makes sense.

270
Q

Frontline, First Line of Action

A

일선 [일썬] – Frontline, First Line of Action
일 – One, primary
선 – Line, position
➡ Together: 일선 refers to being at the forefront of an issue or action.

271
Q

Often, Frequently (Usually Negative Context)

A

일쑤 – Often, Frequently
➡ 일쑤 is a native Korean word referring to something happening frequently, usually in a negative sense.

272
Q

Masterpiece, Excellent Work

A

일품 – Masterpiece, Excellent Work
일 – One, superior
품 – Item, quality
➡ Together: 일품 refers to something of excellent quality.

273
Q

Part of a Whole, One Link in a Chain

A

일환 – Part of a Whole, One Link in a Chain
일 – One, single
환 – Ring, link
➡ Together: 일환 refers to one part of a broader system or effort.

274
Q

Duty, Task, Mission

A

임무 – Duty, Task, Mission
임 – Entrust, assign
무 – Task, work
➡ Together: 임무 refers to a job, mission, or duty assigned to someone.

275
Q

Location, Position, Strategic Importance

A

입지 [입찌] – Location, Position, Strategic Importance
입 – Enter, establish
지 – Ground, position
➡ Together: 입지 refers to the strategic or advantageous position of something.

276
Q

Self-awareness, Realization

A

자각 – Self-awareness, Realization
자 – Self, own
각 – Perceive, realize
➡ Together: 자각 refers to becoming aware of something oneself.

277
Q

Pride, Boasting

A

자랑 – Pride, Boasting
➡ 자랑 is a native Korean word referring to showing off or expressing pride in something.

278
Q

Charity, Philanthropy

A

자선 – Charity, Philanthropy
자 – Self, own
선 – Goodness, virtue
➡ Together: 자선 refers to charitable acts or philanthropy.

279
Q

Quality, Talent, Disposition

A

자질 – Quality, Talent, Disposition
자 – Self, own
질 – Nature, characteristic
➡ Together: 자질 refers to one’s natural talent or character traits.

280
Q

Graceful Appearance, Elegance

A

자태 – Graceful Appearance, Elegance
자 – Self, own
태 – Form, appearance
➡ Together: 자태 refers to an elegant or dignified posture.

281
Q

Distracting Thoughts

A

잡념 [잠념] – Distracting Thoughts
잡 – Miscellaneous, scattered
념 – Thought, idea
➡ Together: 잡념 refers to unnecessary or distracting thoughts.

282
Q

Noise, Unwanted Sound, Interference

A

잡음 – Noise, Unwanted Sound, Interference
잡 – Miscellaneous, scattered
음 – Sound, noise
➡ Together: 잡음 refers to background noise or metaphorical disruptions.

283
Q

Resistance, Defiance

A

저항 – Resistance, Defiance
저 – Withstand, oppose
항 – Resist, defy
➡ Together: 저항 refers to resisting authority or force.

284
Q

Adaptation, Adjustment

A

적응 – Adaptation, Adjustment
적 – Suitable, fit
응 – Respond, react
➡ Together: 적응 refers to adjusting to new environments or conditions.

285
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Appropriate, Proper

A

적정 [적쩡] – Appropriate, Proper
적 – Suitable, fit
정 – Right, proper
➡ Together: 적정 refers to something being at the right or optimal level.

286
Q

Strategy, Tactics

A

전략 [절략] – Strategy, Tactics
전 – War, battle
략 – Plan, scheme
➡ Together: 전략 refers to strategic planning or tactics.

287
Q

Outlook, Future Prospect

A

전망 – Outlook, Future Prospect
전 – Forward, future
망 – Look, view
➡ Together: 전망 refers to predictions about the future.

288
Q

Saving, Frugality

A

절약 – Saving, Frugality
절 – Cut, reduce
약 – Conserve, economize
➡ Together: 절약 refers to being economical and avoiding waste.

289
Q

Procedure, Process

A

절차 – Procedure, Process
절 – Sequence, step
차 – Order, rule
➡ Together: 절차 refers to official or legal processes.

290
Q

Conquest, Overcoming

A

정복 – Conquest, Overcoming
정 – Control, rule
복 – Submit, conquer
➡ Together: 정복 refers to defeating or overcoming challenges.

291
Q

Maintenance, Repair

A

정비 – Maintenance, Repair
정 – Arrange, organize
비 – Prepare, equip
➡ Together: 정비 refers to maintaining and repairing machinery or systems.

292
Q

Formal, Official

A

정식 – Formal, Official
정 – Proper, correct
식 – Style, formality
➡ Together: 정식 refers to something being official or properly recognized.

293
Q

Definition, Justice

A

정의 – Definition, Justice
정 – Correct, right
의 – Righteousness, meaning
➡ Together: 정의 can refer to both the meaning of a term and the concept of justice.

294
Q

Policy, Political Measures

A

정책 – Policy, Political Measures
정 – Government, politics
책 – Plan, strategy
➡ Together: 정책 refers to government policies or strategic plans.

295
Q

Purification, Refinement

A

정화 – Purification, Refinement
정 – Clean, purify
화 – Change, transform
➡ Together: 정화 refers to the process of cleaning or refining something.

296
Q

Circumstances, Overall Situation

A

정황 – Circumstances, Overall Situation
정 – Situation, state
황 – Condition, context
➡ Together: 정황 refers to the overall context of an event.

297
Q

Suitable, Right Fit

A

제격 – Suitable, Right Fit
제 – Standard, proper
격 – Rank, quality
➡ Together: 제격 refers to something being appropriate or well-suited.

298
Q

System, Institution

A

제도 – System, Institution
제 – Rule, control
도 – Way, method
➡ Together: 제도 refers to organized systems like government structures or education systems.

299
Q

Restriction, Limitation

A

제약 – Restriction, Limitation
제 – Control, limit
약 – Contract, restriction
➡ Together: 제약 refers to limitations, often in legal or medical contexts.

300
Q

Stagnation, Lack of Progress

A

제자리걸음 – Stagnation, Lack of Progress
제자리 – Same place, original position
걸음 – Step, movement
➡ Together: 제자리걸음 refers to making no progress or staying in the same position.

301
Q

Panoramic View, Observation

A

조망 – Panoramic View, Observation
조 – Look, observe
망 – View, see
➡ Together: 조망 refers to a wide, scenic view or observation from a high point.

302
Q

Harmony, Balance

A

조화 – Harmony, Balance
조 – Match, fit
화 – Blend, harmony
➡ Together: 조화 refers to things blending well together, both visually and metaphorically.

303
Q

Continuation or Abolition

A

존폐 – Continuation or Abolition
존 – Exist, remain
폐 – Abolish, remove
➡ Together: 존폐 refers to deciding whether to maintain or discontinue something.

304
Q

Attention, Notice

A

주목 – Attention, Notice
주 – Focus, concentrate
목 – Eye, sight
➡ Together: 주목 refers to gaining or directing attention to something.

305
Q

Main Culprit, Key Offender

A

주범 – Main Culprit, Key Offender
주 – Main, primary
범 – Crime, offense
➡ Together: 주범 refers to the primary person responsible for a crime or problem.

306
Q

Main Body, Central Figure

A

주체 – Main Body, Central Figure
주 – Main, primary
체 – Body, entity
➡ Together: 주체 refers to the main agent or central figure in an event.

307
Q

Principle, Backbone, Strong Will

A

줏대 [주때/줃때] – Principle, Backbone, Strong Will
➡ 줏대 is a native Korean word referring to having strong convictions or moral backbone.

308
Q

Midpoint, Middle Phase

A

중반 – Midpoint, Middle Phase
중 – Middle, center
반 – Half, part
➡ Together: 중반 refers to the middle stage of a process or event.

309
Q

Center, Central Authority

A

중앙 – Center, Central Authority
중 – Middle, center
앙 – Core, central
➡ Together: 중앙 refers to the center of a place or authority.

310
Q

Improvement, Enhancement

A

증진 – Improvement, Enhancement
증 – Increase, growth
진 – Advance, progress
➡ Together: 증진 refers to improving or enhancing something.

311
Q

Intelligence, Mental Ability

A

지능 – Intelligence, Mental Ability
지 – Knowledge, wisdom
능 – Ability, capability
➡ Together: 지능 refers to a person’s intelligence or cognitive ability.

312
Q

Lever, Tool for Leverage

A

지렛대 – Lever, Tool for Leverage
➡ 지렛대 is a native Korean word referring to a lever or something used to gain advantage.

313
Q

Shortcut, Fastest Route

A

지름길 – Shortcut, Fastest Route
➡ 지름길 is a native Korean word referring to a direct or quicker way to a goal.

314
Q

Surface, Ground, Paper Medium

A

지면 – Surface, Ground, Paper Medium
지 – Earth, ground
면 – Surface, plane
➡ Together: 지면 refers to the ground or the surface of a page.

315
Q

Ground, Foundation, Base

A

지반 – Ground, Foundation, Base
지 – Earth, land
반 – Base, foundation
➡ Together: 지반 refers to the ground foundation of buildings or metaphorically, support for something.

316
Q

Index, Indicator, Coefficient

A

지수 – Index, Indicator, Coefficient
지 – Finger, indicate
수 – Number, figure
➡ Together: 지수 refers to numerical indicators such as stock indices or scientific coefficients.

317
Q

Delay, Postponement

A

지연 – Delay, Postponement
지 – Stop, delay
연 – Extend, postpone
➡ Together: 지연 refers to something being delayed.

318
Q

Obstacle, Hindrance

A

지장 – Obstacle, Hindrance
지 – Stop, hinder
장 – Block, barrier
➡ Together: 지장 refers to difficulties preventing progress.

319
Q

Guideline, Instruction

A

지침 – Guideline, Instruction
지 – Direct, instruct
침 – Needle, point
➡ Together: 지침 refers to guiding principles or manuals.

320
Q

Wisdom, Deep Understanding

A

지혜 – Wisdom, Deep Understanding
지 – Knowledge, wisdom
혜 – Understanding, insight
➡ Together: 지혜 refers to profound wisdom and intelligence.

321
Q

Career Path, Life Direction

A

진로 – Career Path, Life Direction
진 – Advance, move forward
로 – Road, path
➡ Together: 진로 refers to one’s future direction in life or career.

322
Q

Display, Exhibition

A

진열 – Display, Exhibition
진 – Arrange, present
열 – Align, set up
➡ Together: 진열 refers to arranging or showcasing items for display.

323
Q

Quality, Nature, Substance

A

질 – Quality, Nature, Substance
➡ 질 is a native Korean word referring to the fundamental quality of something.

324
Q

Inquiry, Questioning

A

질의 – Inquiry, Questioning
질 – Question, ask
의 – Meaning, intention
➡ Together: 질의 refers to formal questions, often in a debate or interview setting.

325
Q

Blocking, Cutting Off

A

차단 – Blocking, Cutting Off
차 – Block, prevent
단 – Break, cut off
➡ Together: 차단 refers to physically or metaphorically blocking access.

326
Q

Dimension, Perspective, Level

A

차원 – Dimension, Perspective, Level
차 – Difference, level
원 – Origin, source
➡ Together: 차원 refers to different perspectives or dimensions of thought.

327
Q

Disruption, Setback

A

차질 – Disruption, Setback
차 – Difference, interruption
질 – Matter, issue
➡ Together: 차질 refers to obstacles causing a setback in plans.

328
Q

Mistake, Error

A

착오 – Mistake, Error
착 – Wrong, mistaken
오 – Mistake, error
➡ Together: 착오 refers to misunderstandings or errors.

329
Q

Praise, Acclaim

A

찬사 – Praise, Acclaim
찬 – Applaud, praise
사 – Words, speech
➡ Together: 찬사 refers to high praise or compliments.

330
Q

True Self, Real Appearance

A

참모습 – True Self, Real Appearance
참 – True, real
모습 – Shape, appearance
➡ Together: 참모습 refers to one’s true nature or real situation.

331
Q

Punishment, Penalty

A

처벌 – Punishment, Penalty
처 – Handle, execute
벌 – Punish, penalty
➡ Together: 처벌 refers to legal or disciplinary punishment.

332
Q

Situation, Circumstance

A

처지 – Situation, Circumstance
처 – Handle, manage
지 – Position, status
➡ Together: 처지 refers to a person’s current circumstances or position in life.

333
Q

Audience, Listeners

A

청중 – Audience, Listeners
청 – Listen, hear
중 – Crowd, people
➡ Together: 청중 refers to an audience at a speech or performance.

334
Q

System, Structure

A

체계 – System, Structure
체 – Body, framework
계 – System, order
➡ Together: 체계 refers to an organized system or structure.

335
Q

Reputation, Social Appearance

A

체면 – Reputation, Social Appearance
체 – Body, form
면 – Face, appearance
➡ Together: 체면 refers to maintaining social dignity or saving face.

336
Q

Indigestion, Traffic Congestion

A

체증 – Indigestion, Traffic Congestion
체 – Block, slow
증 – Increase, accumulate
➡ Together: 체증 refers to physical discomfort from digestion or metaphorically, traffic congestion.

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