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Korean learner dictionary

깡패

kkangpae · bully; gangster; villain

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 32557
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 깡패Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    (속된 말로) 폭력을 쓰면서 나쁜 짓을 하는 사람이나 무리.

    English: bully; gangster; villain — (slang) A person or group acting violently and doing bad things.

    Examples

    • 동네 깡패.
    • 깡패 노릇.
    • 깡패 두목.
    • 깡패 집단.
    • 깡패가 되다.
    • 깡패를 잡다.
Origin
깡牌
Categories
정치와 행정 > 사법 및 치안 주체