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Korean

도박
Meaning: gambling; bet
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

그는 도박으로 전 재산을 잃고 말았다.
He ended up losing his entire fortune through gambling.
경찰은 불법 도박 사범을 잡기 위해 수사를 강화했다.
The police strengthened the investigation to arrest people involved in illegal gambling.
그는 상습 도박으로 가족의 신뢰를 잃었다.
He lost his family’s trust because of his gambling habit.
그는 도박으로 인해 절망의 나락에 떨어졌다.
He fell into the depths of despair due to gambling.
그는 도박으로 재산을 모두 잃고 빈털터리가 되었다.
He squandered his entire fortune on gambling and became penniless.

Usage Notes

Refers to betting money or property on games of chance. Can also mean taking a big risk for a lucky outcome.

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