Korean

승부
Meaning: match, game, victory or defeat
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

勝
負

Example sentences

The outcome of this match was decided at the last moment.
두 선수는 결승전에서 승부를 겨루었다.
The two athletes competed for victory in the final.
승부는 한 끗 차이로 갈렸다.
The match was decided by a difference of just one point.
승부의 결과를 가늠하기 어렵다.
It is difficult to estimate the outcome of the match.

Usage Notes

Refers to the competition itself or its result (winning and losing).

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