Korean

Meaning: hand; guest; day of bad luck
Part of Speech: Noun, Particle

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Example sentences

Wash your hands cleanly before meals.
식사 전에 손을 씻으세요.
Wash your hands before the meal.
그는 양손에 무거운 가방을 들고 있었다.
He was carrying heavy bags in both hands.
뜨거운 물에 손을 데지 않도록 조심하세요.
Be careful not to burn your hand on hot water.
인류의 미래는 우리 손에 달려 있다.
The future of humanity is in our hands.
아이들은 손을 잡고 빙 둘러앉았다.
The children held hands and sat in a circle.
그녀는 부끄러워서 손으로 얼굴을 가렸다.
She covered her face with her hands out of shyness.
바이러스 감염을 조심하려면 항상 손을 깨끗이 씻어야 한다.
To prevent virus infection, you should always wash your hands thoroughly.
내 손이 그의 어깨에 닿았다.
My hand touched his shoulder.
식사 전에 손을 깨끗이 씻으세요.
Wash your hands cleanly before meals.

Usage Notes

Refers to the body part 'hand', but can also mean 'guest' or a specific day of bad luck in Korean folklore, where one should avoid moving or traveling.

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