Korean

기념
Meaning: commemoration; remembrance; celebration
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

記
念

Example sentences

We went on a trip to Europe to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary.
우리는 결혼 십 주년을 기념하기 위해 여행을 다녀왔다.
We traveled to celebrate our tenth wedding anniversary.
우리는 매년 10월 9일에 한글날을 기념한다.
We celebrate Hangeul Day every year on October 9th.
두 사람은 약혼 기념으로 커플링을 맞췄다.
The two people got couple rings to commemorate their engagement.
우리는 우승을 기념하며 승리의 축배를 들었다.
We raised a celebratory toast to commemorate the victory.

Usage Notes

Used to describe an event or object that serves to commemorate or celebrate something meaningful.

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