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Korean learner dictionary

능멸

neungmyeol · contempt; disdain; scorn

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 24367
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 능멸Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    남을 하찮게 여겨 깔봄.

    English: contempt; disdain; scorn — Belittling and looking down on someone.

    Examples

    • 능멸 발언.
    • 능멸 행위.
    • 모욕과 능멸.
    • 능멸을 당하다.
    • 능멸을 이겨 내다.
    • 능멸을 하다.
Origin
凌蔑/陵蔑
Categories
인간 > 태도