Korean

현대
Meaning: modern times; the present age
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

현대 사회는 빠르게 변화하고 있다.
Modern society is changing rapidly.
현대 사회는 빠르게 변화하고 있다.
Modern society is changing rapidly.
컴퓨터 공학은 현대 사회에서 매우 중요한 분야이다.
Computer engineering is a very important field in modern society.
이 건물은 현대 건축의 전형을 보여준다.
This building shows an epitome of modern architecture.
그는 유명한 화가의 현대 회화 작품을 소장하고 있다.
He possesses several modern painting works by a famous artist.

Usage Notes

Refers to the current era or modern times. Often contrasted with '전통' (tradition) or '과거' (the past).

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