Korean

Meaning: tax
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

稅

Example sentences

He pays a portion of his monthly salary as tax.
국민은 납세의 의무를 진다.
Citizens have the obligation to pay taxes.
정부는 물가 안정을 위해 유류세 인하를 발표했다.
The government announced a reduction in fuel taxes to stabilize prices.
정부는 환경 오염을 줄이기 위해 기업들에 탄소세를 부과하기로 했다.
The government decided to impose a carbon tax on companies to reduce environmental pollution.

Usage Notes

Refers to money paid to the government or local public entities.

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