거센 파도가 해안을 강타했다.
Fierce waves struck the coast.
Korean
거세다
거세다
Meaning: to be fierce; to be strong; to be violent
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Example sentences
바깥에 바람이 거세게 불고 있어요.
The wind is blowing fiercely outside.
거센 폭풍이 몰아쳐서 배들이 항구로 돌아왔다.
Ships returned to the port because a fierce storm raged.
거센 불길이 치솟았다
The fierce flames soared up.
이 결정에 거센 반발이 뒤따랐다.
Fierce opposition followed this decision.
Usage Notes
Describes things like wind, waves, or opposition that are very strong and rough.
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