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거북이

"turtle"

Korean word for turtle

🐾Animals

Animal vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

거북이[geobu·ki]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"

English Translation

turtle

Meaning & Usage

A symbol of longevity. The Geobukseon (turtle ship) was Admiral Yi Sun-sin's famous warship, and the turtle is one of the ten symbols of longevity in Korean culture.

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