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까마귀

"crow"

Korean word for crow

🐾Animals

Animal vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

까마귀[kka·magwi]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "kk" is a tense, unaspirated "k"

English Translation

crow

Meaning & Usage

In Korea, crows are considered unlucky birds. The proverb '까마귀 날자 배 떨어진다' (a pear falls just as the crow flies) refers to unfortunate coincidences.

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.
  • 💡Animal vocabulary
Difficulty:Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I like crows.
Intermediate
The crow is cute.
Advanced
crows are popular animals in Korea.
Master
Understanding the ecology and habits of crows deepens our understanding of nature.
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