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Korean learner dictionary

흉계

hyunggye · wicked scheme; plot; evil plan

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 87839
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 흉계, 흉게Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    흉악한 꾀나 수단.

    English: wicked scheme; plot; evil plan — A wicked scheme or means.

    Examples

    • 교활한 흉계.
    • 끔찍한 흉계.
    • 무서운 흉계.
    • 흉계를 꾸미다.
    • 흉계를 쓰다.
    • 흉계에 걸려들다.
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