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무덥다 meaning and pronunciation

mudeopda · sultry; sweltering; muggy

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 15322
Part of speech: 형용사Pronunciation: 무덥따, 무더운, 무더워, 무더우니, 무덥씀니다Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
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    습도와 온도가 높아서 날씨가 찌는 듯하게 아주 덥다.

    English: sultry; sweltering; muggy — Very hot and steamy due to high humidity and temperature.

    Examples

    • 무더운 날씨.
    • 무더운 밤.
    • 무더운 여름.
    • 날씨가 무덥다.
    • 숨이 막힐 듯이 무덥다.
    • 한여름에는 밤에도 무더운 열대야 현상이 나타난다.
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