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ye
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interjectionyes; a polite affirmative response, also used to acknowledge that one has heard or understood someone
ye
Pronunciation
Etymology
Native Korean polite response form.
Examples
예, 알겠습니다.
ye, algetseumnida
Yes, I understand.
질문에 예라고 대답했다.
jilmune yerago daedapaetda
He answered yes to the question.
Character Breakdown
예
ye
Korean syllable used here as a polite affirmative response
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noun[C]
an example, instance, or illustration used to show or explain something
ye
Pronunciation
Etymology
Sino-Korean word from 例, meaning 'example' or 'case'.
Examples
이 문장은 좋은 예입니다.
i munjangeun joeun yeimnida
This sentence is a good example.
예를 들어 설명해 주세요.
yereul deureo seolmyeonghae juseyo
Please explain by giving an example.
Character Breakdown
예
ye
Korean syllable representing the Sino-Korean word for 'example'
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noun[U]
courtesy, propriety, or respectful manners observed in social conduct
ye
Pronunciation
Etymology
Sino-Korean word from 禮, meaning 'ritual propriety', 'courtesy', or 'manners'.
Examples
그는 어른에게 예를 갖추었다.
geuneun eoreunege yereul gatchueotda
He showed proper respect to his elders.
예를 모르는 행동은 삼가야 한다.
yereul moreuneun haengdongeun samgaya handa
One should avoid behavior that lacks courtesy.
Character Breakdown
예
ye
Korean syllable representing the Sino-Korean word for 'courtesy' or 'propriety'
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