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"horse"

Korean word for horse

🐾Animals

Animal vocabulary

Pronunciation Guide

[mal]

English Translation

horse

Meaning & Usage

The 7th animal in the Korean zodiac (午). The word '말' is also a homonym meaning 'speech/words.' Jeju Island is famous for its native ponies (조랑말). Horses were historically vital for transportation and warfare in Korea.

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