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정월대보름

"First Full Moon Festival (Jeongwol Daeboreum)"

Korean word for First Full Moon Festival (Jeongwol Daeboreum)

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Pronunciation Guide

정월대보름[jeongwoldaebo·reum]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
  • "eu" is like "oo" but with unrounded lips

English Translation

First Full Moon Festival (Jeongwol Daeboreum)

Meaning & Usage

January 15th of the lunar calendar, the first full moon of the new year. Customs include eating five-grain rice and herbs, moon house burning, and cracking nuts (bureom) for good health.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This word requires understanding of Korean context. Try using it in appropriate situations.
  • 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
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Difficulty:Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I like first full moon festival (jeongwol daeboreum).
Intermediate
The weather is nice in first full moon festival (jeongwol daeboreum).
Advanced
First Full Moon Festival (Jeongwol Daeboreum) is a special season in Korea.
Master
The climate characteristics of first full moon festival (jeongwol daeboreum) greatly influence Korean culture and lifestyle.
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