Korean

스님

스님
Meaning: Buddhist monk
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

I met a monk at the temple in the mountains.
스님들은 새벽마다 풍경을 한다.
The monks recite scriptures every dawn.
스님께서 상당하시어 법문을 시작하셨다.
The monk ascended the dharma hall and began his sermon.
법회에서 스님이 유치를 읽으셨다.
The monk read the 'yuchi' at the Buddhist ceremony.
스님은 그의 낡은 지대를 소중히 여겼다.
The monk cherished his old bag.
스님께서는 신도들에게 부처님의 가르침을 설하셨다.
The monk preached the Buddha's teachings to the believers.
스님은 불교의 교리를 적은 법문을 읽으셨다.
The monk read the Buddhist scripture that contained the teachings of Buddhism.
스님께서 법문을 설하시자 청중들은 조용해졌다.
As the monk preached the Buddhist teachings, the audience became quiet.
스님은 조용히 진언을 외우며 기도를 드렸다.
The monk quietly chanted a mantra and prayed.
스님이 절에서 목탁을 두드리고 있다.
The monk is beating a moktak at the temple.

Usage Notes

A term used to refer to a Buddhist monk or nun, often with respect.

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