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깨닫다

kkaedatda[깨닫따]Intermediate · TOPIK IIThinking & knowing

realize; perceive; understand

Verb

  1. 1

    realize; perceive; understand

    To realize the essence of an object, principle, truth, etc., after thinking deeply.

    Korean definition: 사물의 본질이나 이치, 진리 등을 깊이 생각한 끝에 알게 되다.

    • As children grow up, they come to understand the principles of things.

    • Our ancestors gained the wisdom of life through books.

  2. 2

    find out; sense

    To feel or realize a sensation, etc.

    Korean definition: 감각 등을 느끼거나 알게 되다.

    • Only then did I realize the seriousness of the situation.

    • He realized his mistake and admitted he was wrong.