끈

Noun

1. 1

   string; rope

   A thin, long object, used to tie or run through things.

   Korean definition: 물건을 매거나 꿰거나 하는 데 쓰는 가늘고 긴 물건.

   • 선물을 포장할 끈이 없다.

     There's no string to wrap the present with.

   • 축구 하고 올게요.

     I'm going to play soccer and come back.

     안 넘어지게 신발 끈을 꼭 매고 뛰어.

     Tie your shoelaces tight before you run so you don't fall.

2. 2

   cord; strap

   An object attached to another object, which is used to tie something or used as a handle.

   Korean definition: 물건에 붙어서 잡아매거나 손잡이로 쓰는 물건.

   • 수화기 끈이 짧아서 전화 받기가 힘들었다.

     The receiver cord was short, so it was hard to answer the phone.

   • 이 가방은 끈이 약해서 쉽게 끊어질 것 같다.

     This bag's strap is weak, so it looks like it will break easily.

3. 3

   money-making means

   A method to earn money.

   Korean definition: 돈을 벌 수 있는 방법.

   • 살아갈 끈을 찾기 위해 열심히 입사 원서를 쓰고 있다.

     I'm working hard writing job applications to find a means of making a living.

   • 먹고살 끈이 끊어진 지 벌써 세 달이 지났지만 친구는 아직 새 직장을 찾지 못하고 있다.

     It's already been three months since my friend lost his means of living, but he still hasn't found a new job.

4. 4

   influence

   A person or relation to rely on.

   Korean definition: 의지할 만한 사람이나 연줄.

   • 김 대리는 회사에 끈이 있어서 승진이 빠르다.

     Assistant Manager Kim has connections in the company, so he gets promoted quickly.

   • 사장은 그 사업을 하기 위해서 정치인과 끈을 대려고 노력 중이다.

     The president is trying to get connections with politicians to carry out that business.