Pronunciation Guide
돌[dol]
English Translation
stone / rock
Meaning & Usage
A hard solid piece of mineral matter. In Korean, '돌' also means a baby's first birthday (돌잔치). The proverb '돌다리도 두들겨 보고 건너라' means 'even a stone bridge should be tested before crossing' — emphasizing caution.
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.
- 💡Nature and landscape vocabulary
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
The stone / rock is beautiful.
Intermediate
I went to see the stone / rock.
Advanced
stone / rock shows the beauty of nature.
Master
Understanding the ecological value of stone / rock reveals the importance of environmental protection.
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