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참외 meaning and pronunciation
chamoe · oriental melon
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 24873Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 차뫼, 차뭬Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
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색이 노랗고 단맛이 나며 주로 여름에 먹는 열매.
English: oriental melon — A yellow, sweet fruit that is usually eaten in the summer.
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