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이모부 meaning and pronunciation

imobu · uncle

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 71935
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 이모부Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    이모의 남편을 이르거나 부르는 말.

    English: uncle — A word used to refer to or address one's aunt's husband.

    Examples

    • 둘째 이모부.
    • 작은 이모부.
    • 큰 이모부.
    • 이모와 이모부.
    • 이모부가 생기다.
    • 이모부를 뵙다.
Origin
姨母夫
Categories
삶 > 친족 관계

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