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목걸이 meaning and pronunciation

mokgeoli · necklace

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 16150
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 목꺼리Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    보석 등을 줄에 꿰어서 목에 거는 장식품.

    English: necklace — A piece of jewelry with a string of jewels, etc., worn around the neck.

    Examples

    • 루비 목걸이.
    • 진주 목걸이.
    • 치렁치렁한 목걸이.
    • 화려한 목걸이.
    • 목걸이를 걸다.
    • 목걸이를 잃어버리다.
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