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Korean learner dictionary

염탐

yeomtam · snooping; nosing around

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 67652
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 염탐Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    몰래 남의 사정을 살피고 조사함.

    English: snooping; nosing around — The act of secretly prying into someone's situation.

    Examples

    • 염탐 임무.
    • 염탐을 나가다.
    • 염탐을 다니다.
    • 염탐을 당하다.
    • 염탐을 보내다.
    • 염탐을 시키다.
Origin
廉探