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자존심 meaning and pronunciation

jajonsim · pride; self-respect

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Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 24800
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 자존심Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    남에게 굽히지 않으려고 하거나 스스로를 높이려는 마음.

    English: pride; self-respect — The mind of respecting oneself and disliking bending before others.

    Examples

    • 자존심이 강하다.
    • 자존심이 상하다.
    • 자존심이 세다.
    • 자존심을 건드리다.
    • 자존심을 버리다.
    • 자존심을 지키다.
Origin
自尊心
Categories
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