Korean

배신
Meaning: betrayal, treachery
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

背
信

Example sentences

Being betrayed by the closest person is a truly painful thing.
그녀는 소위 '친구'들에게 배신을 당했다.
She was betrayed by her so-called 'friends'.
설마 그가 우리를 배신하겠어?
Surely he wouldn't betray us?
이익을 위해 친구를 배신하는 것은 비열의 극치다.
Betraying a friend for profit is the height of meanness.
그는 이욕에 눈이 멀어 친구를 배신했다.
He was blinded by greed and betrayed his friend.
그는 자신을 배신한 친구에게 저주를 퍼부었다.
He poured curses on the friend who betrayed him.

Usage Notes

Refers to breaking trust or loyalty. Often used with '당하다' (to be betrayed) or '하다' (to betray).

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