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Korean learner dictionary

처세술

cheosesul · art of worldly wisdom

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 78733
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 처ː세술Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    사람들과 사귀며 세상을 살아가는 방법이나 수단.

    English: art of worldly wisdom — Ways or means by which one engages with others and leads a life in this world.

    Examples

    • 직장인의 처세술.
    • 교묘한 처세술.
    • 교활한 처세술.
    • 능수능란한 처세술.
    • 처세술에 능하다.
    • 처세술에 뛰어나다.
Origin
處世術
Categories
삶 > 삶의 상태