Korean learner dictionary

고난

gonan · hardship; trouble; suffering; difficulty; adversity; trial; ordeal

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 25129

Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 고난Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade

1.
매우 괴롭고 어려움.
English: hardship; trouble; suffering; difficulty; adversity; trial; ordeal — A state or situation which is extremely difficult and painful.
Examples
- 고난을 겪다.
- 고난을 견디다.
- 고난을 극복하다.
- 고난을 이기다.
- 고난에 빠지다.
- 고난에 차다.

Origin: 苦難
Categories: 삶 > 삶의 상태 · 역사