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Korean learner dictionary

절약

jeolyak · savings; reduction; conservation

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 31711
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 저략, 저랴기, 저략또, 저량만Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    마구 쓰지 않고 꼭 필요한 데에만 써서 아낌.

    English: savings; reduction; conservation — The act of saving resources by refraining from reckless use and using them only when necessary.

    Examples

    • 물자 절약.
    • 비용 절약.
    • 생활비 절약.
    • 시간 절약.
    • 에너지 절약.
    • 요금 절약.
Origin
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Categories
경제 생활 > 경제 행위