Korean

폭발
Meaning: explosion; blast
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

爆
發

Example sentences

A large-scale explosion accident occurred due to a gas leak.
화산 폭발로 인해 뜨거운 용암이 분출되기 시작했다.
Hot lava began to erupt due to the volcanic explosion.
폭발로 인해 유리 파편이 사방으로 튀었다.
Glass fragments scattered in all directions due to the explosion.
화산이 폭발하여 뜨거운 용암이 분출되었다.
The volcano erupted and hot lava was spewed out.
갑작스러운 폭발 소리에 사람들은 혼비백산하여 도망쳤다.
At the sudden sound of an explosion, people scattered in a panic.
화산이 폭발하면서 뜨거운 용암이 아래로 흘러내렸다.
As the volcano erupted, hot lava flowed down.

Usage Notes

Describes a sudden burst or release of energy, often with fire and sound. Can also be used metaphorically for feelings or population growth.

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