Korean

Meaning: ear
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

I put earphones in my ears to listen to music.
기업은 소비자의 요구에 귀를 기울여야 합니다.
Companies must listen to the needs of consumers.
토끼는 귀가 길고 꼬리가 짧다.
Rabbits have long ears and short tails.
현명한 군주는 백성의 목소리에 귀를 기울인다.
A wise monarch listens to the voices of the people.
그의 목소리는 너무 커서 내 귀에 거슬렸다.
His voice was too loud and grated on my ears.
그의 속삭임이 내 귀에 맴돌았다.
His whisper lingered in my ear.
그녀는 남의 비밀 이야기에 솔깃솔깃 귀를 기울였다.
She perked up her ears and listened eagerly to other people's secret stories.

Usage Notes

Refers to the organ of hearing. Can also refer to the corner or edge of an object.

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