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Korean learner dictionary

우여곡절

uyeogokjeol · complications; ups and downs

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 69339
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 우여곡쩔Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    복잡하고 어려운 사정.

    English: complications; ups and downs — Circumstances which are complicated, not smooth.

    Examples

    • 많은 우여곡절.
    • 우여곡절의 연속.
    • 우여곡절을 거듭하다.
    • 우여곡절을 거치다.
    • 우여곡절을 겪다.
    • 우여곡절을 딛다.
Origin
迂餘曲折
Categories
삶 > 삶의 상태