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Korean learner dictionary

동지섣달

dongjiseotdal · winter solstice new moon

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 600792
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 동지섣딸Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    동짓달과 섣달을 함께 이르는 말.

    English: winter solstice new moon — A term that refers to the winter solstice moon and the new year moon together.

    Examples

    • 한국은 동지섣달에 팥죽을 먹는 풍습이 있었다.
    • 동지섣달을 잘 버티면 새로운 한 해가 찾아온다.
Origin
冬至섣달
Categories
개념 > 시간