Korean

처벌
Meaning: punishment; penalty
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

處
罰

Example sentences

If you break the law, you cannot avoid punishment.
불법 무기 소지는 처벌 대상이다.
Possession of illegal weapons is subject to punishment.
인터넷을 통한 허위 사실 유포는 법적으로 처벌받을 수 있다.
The dissemination of false facts through the internet can be legally punished.
그는 무거운 죄를 지은 중죄인으로 분류되어 엄중한 처벌을 받았다.
He was classified as a serious criminal who committed a heavy crime and received severe punishment.

Usage Notes

Refers to legal or official punishment for a crime or wrongdoing.

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