Korean learner dictionary
목적 meaning and pronunciation
mokjeok · purpose
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 69465Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 목쩍, 목쩌기, 목쩍또, 목쩡만Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
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이루려고 하는 일이나 나아가고자 하는 방향.
English: purpose — Something one wants to achieve or the direction one wants to head.
Examples
- 최종 목적.
- 경제적 목적.
- 큰 목적.
- 목적이 명확하다.
- 목적이 분명하다.
- 목적을 달성하다.
- Origin
- 目的
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