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찡그리다

"grimace"

Korean word for grimace

Gestures

Body language and gesture vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

찡그리다[jjinggeuri·da]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eu" is like "oo" but with unrounded lips
  • "ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"

English Translation

grimace

Meaning & Usage

'찡그리다' means 'grimace' in English.

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.
  • 💡Body language and gesture vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
In Korea, you do grimace like this.
Intermediate
grimace has a special meaning in Korea.
Advanced
The meaning of grimace can differ by country, so caution is needed.
Master
Understanding the cultural context of grimace enables smooth communication through gestures alone.
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