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Korean learner dictionary

필사적

pilsajeok · desperate; frantic

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

Entry 1

NIKL target code 86158
Part of speech: 관형사Pronunciation: 필싸적Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    죽기를 각오하고 힘을 다하는.

    English: desperate; frantic — Being determined to risk one's life, doing something with all one's might.

    Examples

    • 필사적 결의.
    • 필사적 노력.
    • 필사적 몸부림.
    • 필사적 반격.
    • 필사적 용기.
    • 필사적 의지.
Origin
必死的
Categories
인간 > 신체 행위

Entry 2

NIKL target code 86159
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 필싸적Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    죽기를 각오하고 힘을 다하는 것.

    English: being desperate; being frantic — A state of being determined to risk one's life, doing something with all one's might.

    Examples

    • 필사적인 결의.
    • 필사적인 몸부림.
    • 필사적인 의지.
    • 필사적인 저항.
    • 필사적인 탈출.
    • 필사적으로 뛰다.
Origin
必死的
Categories
인간 > 태도