Korean

조심
Meaning: caution; care; watchfulness
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

The road is slippery, so please be careful.
길가에 지방이 있어서 조심하여야 한다.
There's a ditch on the roadside, so you need to be careful.
그는 대문에 "개 조심"이라는 패를 붙였다.
He put a 'Beware of Dog' sign on the gate.
바이러스 감염을 조심하려면 항상 손을 깨끗이 씻어야 한다.
To prevent virus infection, you should always wash your hands thoroughly.
계단을 조심해서 내려가세요.
Please be careful going down the stairs.
길을 건널 때는 조심해야 해요.
You should be careful when crossing the street.
겨울에는 길이 얼어서 미끄러지지 않도록 조심해야 합니다.
In winter, you have to be careful not to slip because the roads are frozen.
야간 주행은 조심해야 한다.
You must be careful when driving at night.
유리컵이 깨지지 않게 조심하세요.
Be careful not to break the glass cup.
날씨가 갑자기 차가워지니 감기 조심하세요.
Since the weather is suddenly getting cold, please be careful not to catch a cold.

Usage Notes

Used to advise someone to be careful to avoid mistakes or danger.

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