Pronunciation Guide
코끼리[kokki·ri]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"kk" is a tense, unaspirated "k"
English Translation
elephant
Meaning & Usage
The largest land animal. The Korean word '코끼리' is related to '코' (nose), reflecting its long trunk. The children's song '코끼리 아저씨는 코가 손이래' (Mr. Elephant's nose is like a hand) is very popular among Korean children.
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 elephants.
Intermediate
The elephant is cute.
Advanced
elephants are popular animals in Korea.
Master
Understanding the ecology and habits of elephants deepens our understanding of nature.
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