Korean

실수
Meaning: mistake, error
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

失
手

Example sentences

Anyone can make a mistake, so don't blame yourself too much.
모든 사람은 실수를 한다.
Every person makes mistakes.
사람은 누구나 실수를 하기 마련이다.
It is natural for anyone to make mistakes.
선생님의 지적을 받고 나서야 실수를 깨달았다.
Only after the teacher pointed it out did I realize my mistake.
어쩌다 그런 실수를 했어?
How did you make such a mistake?
그는 자신의 실수를 솔직하게 시인했다。
He frankly admitted his mistake.
이런 실수는 흔히 있는 일이다.
This kind of mistake is common.
저는 제 실수를 깨달았어요.
I realized my mistake.
실수로 커피를 바닥에 쏟았다.
I accidentally spilled coffee on the floor.
나는 실수로 친구의 발을 밟았다.
I accidentally stepped on my friend's foot.

Usage Notes

Refers to an unintentional error or blunder in action or speech.

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