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Korean learner dictionary

난전

nanjeon · tussle; melee; scuffle

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 40735
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 난ː전Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    운동 경기나 전투 등에서 두 편이 뒤섞여 어지럽게 싸움.

    English: tussle; melee; scuffle — A state in which two teams in a sport game or troops in a battle are mixed and fight in a chaotic way.

    Examples

    • 난전 상황.
    • 난전의 양상.
    • 난전이 벌어지다.
    • 난전이 불가피하다.
    • 난전이 생기다.
    • 난전을 겪다.
Origin
亂戰