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힘없이

himeopsi[히멉씨]Intermediate · TOPIK IIPhysical condition

weakly; feebly

Adverb

  1. 1

    weakly; feebly

    In the state of lacking the energy or desire to do something.

    Korean definition: 기운이나 의욕 등이 없이.

    • The anemic patient couldn't get up and collapsed feebly to the floor.

    • Hearing the news of my brother's accident, Mother was shocked and sank down weakly.

  2. 2

    powerlessly; helplessly

    In a state of lacking power or authority, etc.

    Korean definition: 힘이나 권세 등이 없이.

    • The common people had no choice but to helplessly suffer the tyranny of corrupt officials.

    • Our troops couldn't even properly defend against the enemy's powerful attack and helplessly collapsed.