Korean

어려움

어려움
Meaning: difficulty; hardship
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

He overcame many difficulties and succeeded.
그는 많은 어려움을 겪었다.
He experienced many difficulties.
프로젝트 초기에 많은 어려움이 있었다.
There were many difficulties in the early stages of the project.
장애인 올림픽은 신체적 어려움을 가진 사람들의 노력을 보여주는 훌륭한 행사입니다.
The Paralympic Games are a wonderful event that shows the efforts of people with physical difficulties.
어려움이 있어도 꿈을 쉽게 포기하면 안 돼요.
Even if there are difficulties, you shouldn't give up on your dreams easily.
그는 나만한 생활 태도 때문에 직장에서 어려움을 겪었다.
He had difficulties at work because of his lazy lifestyle.
정부의 실정으로 인해 경제적인 어려움이 발생했다。
The government's misrule caused economic difficulties.
이번 시험은 별다른 어려움 없이 잘 끝났어요.
This exam finished well without any particular difficulties.
어려움이 닥쳐도 우리는 포기하지 않을 것이다.
Even if difficulties arise, we will not give up.
장기적인 경기 불황으로 인해 많은 사람들이 어려움을 겪고 있다.
Many people are suffering due to the prolonged economic recession.

Usage Notes

Refers to a state of being difficult or a difficult situation.

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