Korean learner dictionary
핀잔
pinjan · telling-off; scolding; rebuke
NIKL-backed definitions, English glosses, pronunciation, examples, and learner-level context.
Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 85873Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 핀잔Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
- 1.
못마땅하게 여겨 꾸짖는 일.
English: telling-off; scolding; rebuke — The act of scolding someone due to one's discontent with him/her.
Examples
- 괜한 핀잔.
- 가벼운 핀잔.
- 핀잔을 놓다.
- 핀잔을 늘어놓다.
- 핀잔을 듣다.
- 핀잔을 먹다.
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