Korean

주인
Meaning: owner, master, host
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

主
人

Example sentences

Who is the owner of this house?
주인장, 여기 주문 좀 받아주세요.
Owner, please take our order.
주인은 종에게 물을 뜨어 오라고 시키었다.
The master ordered the servant to bring water.
시장에서 사과를 샀더니 주인이 덤으로 한 개 더 주었다.
When I bought apples at the market, the owner gave me an extra one for free.
강아지가 주인을 따라가요.
The puppy follows its owner.
주인은 모든 상품에 가격을 매겼다.
The owner put a price on every product.
가게 주인은 상술이 아주 좋아 보였다.
The shop owner seemed to have very good business savvy.
도둑은 주인과 마주치자 냅다 달아나 버렸다.
The thief ran away quickly as soon as he encountered the owner.
진돗개는 주인에게 충성심이 강한 것으로 유명하다.
Jindo dogs are famous for being loyal to their owners.
강아지가 주인을 그림자처럼 따라다닌다.
The puppy follows its owner like a shadow.

Usage Notes

'주인' refers to the person who owns something, is in charge of a group, or hosts guests. It has a broad meaning covering 'owner', 'master', and 'host'.

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