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조심하다 meaning and pronunciation
josimhada · practice caution
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 62342Part of speech: 동사Pronunciation: 조ː심하다Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
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좋지 않은 일을 겪지 않도록 말이나 행동 등에 주의를 하다.
English: practice caution — To be careful in speech, behavior, etc., not to get in trouble.
Examples
- 개를 조심하다.
- 걸음을 조심하다.
- 말을 조심하다.
- 몸가짐을 조심하다.
- 밤길을 조심하다.
- 사고를 조심하다.
- Origin
- 操心하다
- Categories
- 인간 > 태도
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