Korean learner dictionary
양- meaning and pronunciation
yang- · yang-
NIKL-backed definitions, English glosses, pronunciation, examples, and learner-level context.
Entry 1
NIKL target code 72073Part of speech: 접사Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
- 1.
'서구식의' 또는 '외국에서 들어온'의 뜻을 더하는 접두사.
English: yang- — A prefix used to mean western-style or "originated in the West."
Examples
- 양배추
- 양변기
- 양상추
- 양송이
- 양파
- Origin
- 洋
Entry 2
NIKL target code 72075Part of speech: 접사Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
- 1.
'직접적인 혈연관계가 아닌'의 뜻을 더하는 접두사.
English: yang- — A prefix used to mean "not related by blood."
Examples
- 양딸
- 양부모
- 양아들
- 양아버지
- 양어머니
- Origin
- 養
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