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Korean learner dictionary

엄격하다

eomgyeokhada · strict; stern; rigorous

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 15114
Part of speech: 형용사Pronunciation: 엄껴카다, 엄껴칸, 엄껴카여, 엄껴카니, 엄껴캄니다Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    말, 태도, 규칙 등이 매우 엄하고 철저하다.

    English: strict; stern; rigorous — Being very strict and thorough in one's speech, attitude, rules, etc.

    Examples

    • 엄격한 규칙.
    • 엄격한 법.
    • 엄격한 절차.
    • 엄격한 조건.
    • 엄격한 아버지.
    • 규칙이 엄격하다.
Origin
嚴格하다
Categories
개념 > 성질