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Korean learner dictionary

양어머니

yangeomeoni · adoptive mother; foster mother

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 90639
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 양ː어머니Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    양자가 됨으로써 생긴 어머니.

    English: adoptive mother; foster mother — A mother that one comes to have by being adopted by her as a son or daughter.

    Examples

    • 양어머니의 사랑.
    • 양어머니의 양육.
    • 양어머니가 기르다.
    • 양어머니가 되다.
    • 양어머니를 모시다.
    • 양어머니를 섬기다.
Origin
養어머니
Categories
삶 > 친족 관계