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번개

lightning

Noun

  1. 1

    lightning

    A strong light flashing for a split second in the sky, along with the sound of thunder when it rains.

    Korean definition: 비가 내리는 중에 천둥소리와 함께 하늘에서 순간적으로 나는 번쩍이는 강한 빛.

    • The weather service forecast heavy rain with lightning today.

    • Lightning flashed in the sky, and then a sudden shower poured down.

  2. 2

    lightning

    (figurative) A person who is very quick and deft in action.

    Korean definition: (비유적으로) 동작이 아주 재빠르고 날랜 사람.

    • As long as I have the ingredients, I can whip up any dish as fast as lightning.

    • As soon as the bell rang to end class, the children dashed out of the classroom like lightning.