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Korean

신하
Meaning: subject; liege; vassal
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

왕은 충성스러운 신하들을 믿었다.
The king trusted the loyal subjects.
임금은 신하를 은행으로 삼아 늘 곁에 두었다.
The king kept the courtier close as a trusted favorite.
고요는 중국 고대 전설에 나오는 신하로 알려져 있습니다.
Gao Yao is known as a minister in ancient Chinese legend.
옛 기록에는 임금이 반란을 일으킨 신하에게 사유를 베풀었다고 적혀 있다.
An old record says that the king pardoned a minister who had started a rebellion.
그 신하는 오랫동안 임금을 곁에서 모신 일시의 공으로 포상을 받았다.
The official received a reward for his long service at the king's side.

Usage Notes

Refers to an official who serves a monarch.

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