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다정하다 meaning and pronunciation

dajeonghada · kind; friendly

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 28353
Part of speech: 형용사Pronunciation: 다정하다, 다정한, 다정하여, 다정하니, 다정함니다Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
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    마음이 따뜻하고 정이 많다.

    English: kind; friendly — Warm-hearted and affectionate.

    Examples

    • 다정한 눈빛.
    • 다정한 사이.
    • 다정한 연인.
    • 다정한 친구.
    • 다정하게 대하다.
    • 다정하게 안다.
Origin
多情하다
Categories
인간 > 성격

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