Korean

노력
Meaning: effort, labor
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

勞
力

Example sentences

Success is impossible without effort.
최소한의 노력으로 최대의 효과를 얻었다.
Achieved maximum effect with minimum effort.
열심히 노력한 끝에 우리 팀이 드디어 승리를 거두었어요.
After working hard, our team finally achieved victory.
선생님은 학생의 노력을 칭찬했다.
The teacher praised the student's effort.
우리는 많은 노력 끝에 드디어 평화로운 사회를 이룩했다.
After much effort, we finally achieved a peaceful society.

Usage Notes

Refers to physical or mental exertion to achieve a goal.

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