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Korean learner dictionary

조-

jo- · jo-

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 88657
Part of speech: 접사Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    ‘보조적인’ 또는 ‘버금가는’의 뜻을 더하는 접두사.

    English: jo- — A prefix used to mean "assistant" or "deputy."

    Examples

    • 조감독
    • 조교수
    • 조연출
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