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NounSino-Korean: 波濤
- 1
wave
Waves forming in the sea.
Korean definition: 바다에 이는 물결.
I went out to the quiet sea at night and watched the waves breaking.
The sailors had to fight all night against the waves brought by the storm.
- 2
social movement
(figurative) A social campaign or phenomenon rising strongly.
Korean definition: (비유적으로) 힘찬 기세로 일어나는 사회적 운동이나 현상.
The wave of revolution calling for the dictatorship to step down is growing stronger.
The emergence of film was like a great wave that opened a new chapter in popular culture.
- 3
strong impulse
(figurative) A strong psychological stimulation or movement.
Korean definition: (비유적으로) 강렬한 심리적 충동이나 움직임.
Seunggyu is so funny that he always brings waves of laughter wherever he goes.
When the movie ended, a wave of emotion swept through the audience.