Korean learner dictionary
경비원 meaning and pronunciation
gyeongbiwon · guard; security guard
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 30550Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 경ː비원Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
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도난 등의 사고가 일어나지 않도록 살피고 지키는 일을 하는 사람.
English: guard; security guard — A person whose job it is to keep an eye on a building or area in order to prevent theft and other such crimes.
Examples
- 아파트 경비원.
- 경비원 아저씨.
- 경비원이 지키다.
- 경비원을 붙이다.
- 경비원으로 일하다.
- 두 경비원은 전등을 들고 주변을 수색하고 있었다.
- Origin
- 警備員
- Categories
- 사회 생활 > 직업
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