Korean learner dictionary

-유

-yu · -yu

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

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 73119

Part of speech: 접사Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade

1.
'식용 기름'의 뜻을 더하는 접미사.
English: -yu — A suffix used to mean edible oil.
Examples
- 식용유
- 올리브유
2.
‘석유’의 뜻을 더하는 접미사.
English: -yu — A suffix used to mean oil.
Examples
- 윤활유
- 휘발유

Origin: 油