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구사일생

"have a narrow escape"

Korean word for have a narrow escape

Idioms

Korean idiomatic expressions

Pronunciation Guide

구사일생[gu·sailsaeng]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"
  • "ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"

English Translation

have a narrow escape

Meaning & Usage

'구사일생' means 'have a narrow escape' in English.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Expressions are best learned as fixed phrases. Memorize them as a whole.
  • 💡Korean idiomatic expressions
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I learned the expression "구사일생".
Intermediate
My grandmother often says "구사일생".
Advanced
"구사일생" is a traditional Korean idiomatic expression used since long ago.
Master
Knowing the origin and usage of "구사일생" offers a glimpse into the Korean way of thinking.
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