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(impolite form) A bound noun used to refer to a man

Bound noun

  1. 1

    (impolite form) A bound noun used to refer to a man.

    Korean definition: (낮추는 말로) 남자.

    • We got together to congratulate our buddy on his graduation.

    • I scolded my picky son, saying a boy shouldn't fuss about side dishes.

  2. 2

    (endearing) A bound noun used to refer to a boy.

    Korean definition: (귀엽게 이르는 말로) 남자아이.

    • I felt proud of my little boy in elementary school for bringing home a prize.

    • Watching his grandson act cute, Grandfather was pleased and said, 'What a cute little rascal.'