Korean

결심
Meaning: decision; determination
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

決
心

Example sentences

I decided to quit smoking in the new year.
그는 해외에서 수학을 하기로 결심 했다.
He decided to study abroad.
그는 새로운 사업에 뛰어들기로 결심했다.
He decided to jump into a new business.
그는 건강을 위해 연초를 끊기로 결심했다.
He decided to quit tobacco for the sake of his health.
그는 젊은 나이에 출가를 결심하고 절로 떠났다.
He decided to enter the monastic life at a young age and left for a temple.
그는 해외에서 새로운 기회를 찾기로 결심했다.
He decided to look for new opportunities overseas.
그는 조국을 지키기 위해 자원입대를 결심했다.
He decided to enlist voluntarily to protect his country.
나는 어제의 잘못을 반성하고 더 나은 사람이 되기로 결심했다.
I reflected on yesterday's mistakes and decided to become a better person.
그는 무언가 결심한 듯한 표정으로 나를 보았다.
He looked at me with an expression as if he had decided something.

Usage Notes

Refers to making a firm resolution or decision. Often used with verbs like '하다' (to do) or '세우다' (to make/establish).

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