Korean

고백
Meaning: confession
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

告
白

Example sentences

He plucked up his courage and confessed his feelings to her.
그는 자신이 게이라는 사실을 친구들에게 고백했다.
He confessed to his friends that he is gay.
잠시 주저하다가 결국 고백을 했다.
I hesitated for a moment and finally confessed.
양심에 찔려서 사실을 고백했다.
I confessed the truth because my conscience was prickled.
고백을 하기 전에는 항상 가슴이 두근거린다.
My heart always flutters before making a confession.
그녀의 순정 어린 고백에 모두가 감동했습니다.
Everyone was moved by her pure-hearted confession.

Usage Notes

Often used for confessing romantic feelings or a hidden truth.

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