Korean learner dictionary
측은하다
cheukeunhada · pitiful; pathetic
NIKL-backed definitions, English glosses, pronunciation, examples, and learner-level context.
Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 79023Part of speech: 형용사Pronunciation: 츠근하다, 츠근한, 츠근하여, 츠근하니, 츠근함니다Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
- 1.
가엾고 불쌍하다.
English: pitiful; pathetic — Being poor and pathetic.
Examples
- 측은한 눈길.
- 측은한 마음.
- 측은한 목소리.
- 측은한 생각.
- 측은한 시선.
- 측은하게 느끼다.
- Origin
- 惻隱하다
- Categories
- 인간 > 감정