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Korean learner dictionary

경-

gyeong- · gyeong-

NIKL-backed definitions, English glosses, pronunciation, examples, and learner-level context.

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 88872
Part of speech: 접사Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    ‘가벼운’의 뜻을 더하는 접두사.

    English: gyeong- — A prefix used to mean "being light."

    Examples

    • 경공업
    • 경금속
    • 경노동
    • 경비행기
    • 경음악
  2. 2.

    ‘간단한’의 뜻을 더하는 접두사.

    English: gyeong- — A prefix used to mean "being simple."

    Examples

    • 경무장
    • 경양식
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