Korean learner dictionary
의욕 meaning and pronunciation
uiyok · volition; zeal; enthusiasm
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 24094Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 의ː욕, 의ː요기, 의ː욕또, 의ː용만Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
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English: volition; zeal; enthusiasm — One's positive mind or will to do something.
Examples
- 의욕이 넘치다.
- 의욕이 생기다.
- 의욕을 떨어뜨리다.
- 의욕을 잃다.
- 의욕에 불타다.
- 아이가 공부에 의욕을 보이지 않을 때 부모는 속이 탄다.
- Origin
- 意欲
- Categories
- 인간 > 감정 · 감정, 기분 표현하기
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