Korean

후회
Meaning: regret
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

後
悔

Example sentences

I regret that decision.
과거를 돌이켜 봐도 후회는 없다
Looking back on the past, I have no regrets.
이미 때늦은 후회였지만, 그는 고개를 떨구었다.
Though it was already a belated regret, he lowered his head.
이제와 후회해도 소용없다.
It is no use regretting it now.

Usage Notes

A feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened or been done, especially a mistake or a lost opportunity. Can be used as a noun or as the root of the verb '후회하다' (to regret).

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