Korean learner dictionary
이모 meaning and pronunciation
imo · aunt
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 71153Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 이모Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
- 1.
어머니의 언니나 여동생을 이르거나 부르는 말.
English: aunt — A word used to refer to or address one's mother's sister.
Examples
- 둘째 이모.
- 막내 이모.
- 큰 이모.
- 이모 댁.
- 이모 집.
- 이모가 되다.
- Origin
- 姨母
- Categories
- 삶 > 친족 관계 · 소개하기(가족 소개)
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