Korean

Meaning: circle; won (Korean currency)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

圓

Example sentences

A coin fell to the floor and drew a small rolling circle.
이 책은 만 원입니다.
This book is 10,000 won.
한국의 화폐 단위는 원입니다.
The currency unit of Korea is Won.
교통카드 잔액이 부족해서 만 원을 충전했다.
The balance was low, so I topped up my transportation card with 10,000 won.
천 원 가지고 그렇게 치사하게 굴 거야?
Are you going to be that petty over just one thousand won?

Usage Notes

원 (won) can refer to a circle or the Korean currency unit 'won'. In this sentence, it means 'circle'.

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