Korean

시골

시골
Meaning: countryside, rural area
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

저는 시골에서 자랐어요.
I grew up in the countryside.
저는 시골보다 도시 생활을 더 좋아해요.
I prefer city life to country life.
그는 도시를 떠나 시골에서 편안을 누리고 있다.
He left the city and is enjoying a peaceful life in the countryside.
그는 은퇴 후 조용한 시골에서 자유를 누리고 있다.
He is enjoying freedom in the quiet countryside after retirement.
창밖으로 보이는 시골 풍경이 아름다웠다.
The rural scenery visible from the window was beautiful.

Usage Notes

Used to refer to areas outside of cities, often with more nature and less development. Can also refer to one's hometown if they moved to a city.

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