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대하다

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face; confront

VerbSino-Korean: 對 하다

  1. 1

    face; confront

    To be face to face.

    Korean definition: 마주 향해 있다.

    • The monk sat facing the wall and began to meditate.

    • At the cafe, couples sat face to face, close together, enjoying their dates.

  2. 2

    handle; deal with

    To handle with a certain attitude.

    Korean definition: 어떤 태도로 상대하다.

    • Assistant manager Kim treats his subordinates kindly, so he is very popular.

    • I already treated my sister's fiance as family and welcomed him warmly.

  3. 3

    To consider as a counterpart or opponent.

    Korean definition: 대상이나 상대로 삼다.

    • People had various opinions about that issue.

    • We discussed measures for gender equality.

  4. 4

    enjoy; appreciate

    To read or appreciate a piece of art, etc.

    Korean definition: 작품 등을 직접 읽거나 감상하다.

    • His attitude toward the paintings at the exhibition was really serious.

    • The artist attached descriptions of the works for visitors viewing them.