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"dog"

Korean word for dog

🐾Animals

Animal vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

[gae]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"

English Translation

dog

Meaning & Usage

A domesticated companion animal. In Korea, the word '강아지' (puppy) is commonly used even for adult dogs as a term of endearment. The dog is also the 11th animal in the Korean zodiac.

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 dogs.
Intermediate
The dog is cute.
Advanced
dogs are popular animals in Korea.
Master
Understanding the ecology and habits of dogs deepens our understanding of nature.
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