Korean

외국
Meaning: foreign country
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

저는 외국에서 공부하고 싶어요.
I want to study abroad.
그는 외국에서 태어났지만 스스로를 한국인이라고 생각한다.
He was born abroad but considers himself Korean.
국가 원수는 외국 사절단을 맞이하기 위해 공항으로 나갔다.
The head of state went to the airport to meet the foreign delegation.
조선 시대에는 역관이 외국과의 외교에서 중요한 역할을 했다.
In the Joseon Dynasty, interpreters played an important role in diplomacy with foreign countries.
대통령은 특사 편에 외국 원수에게 보내는 친서를 전달했다.
The president delivered a personal letter to a foreign head of state via a special envoy.

Usage Notes

Used to refer to any country that is not one's own.

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