Pronunciation Guide
뱀[baem]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"
English Translation
snake
Meaning & Usage
The 6th zodiac animal (巳). In Korea, snakes are feared but also traditionally regarded as guardian spirits of the home. The idiom '구렁이 담 넘어가듯' (like a snake going over a wall) means to slyly slip past something.
Learning Tips
- 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
- 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
- 💡Animal vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
I like snakes.
Intermediate
The snake is cute.
Advanced
snakes are popular animals in Korea.
Master
Understanding the ecology and habits of snakes deepens our understanding of nature.
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