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Korean learner dictionary

흙탕

heuktang · muddy water

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 87469
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 흑탕Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    흙이 많이 섞여서 흐려진 물.

    English: muddy water — Water that becomes murky, with a lot of soil added.

    Examples

    • 뿌연 흙탕.
    • 흙탕이 고이다.
    • 흙탕이 되다.
    • 흙탕이 튀다.
    • 흙탕이 흐르다.
    • 흙탕을 뒤집어쓰다.
Origin
흙湯