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품다

pumda[품따]Intermediate · TOPIK II

embrace; brood; incubate

Verb

  1. 1

    embrace; brood; incubate

    To put someone or something in one's bosom, or hug someone against one's chest.

    Korean definition: 품속에 넣거나 가슴에 대어 안다.

    • The mother bird kept her eggs warm in the nest.

    • When my father held me warmly, I felt my parents' love.

  2. 2

    keep; conceal

    To put and keep something in one's bosom, so that others cannot see it.

    Korean definition: 남에게 보이지 않도록 품속에 넣어 지니다.

    • Seunggyu usually carries his wallet tucked in the inside pocket of his suit.

    • For months, Assistant Manager Kim has been going to work with a resignation letter tucked close to his heart.

  3. 3

    give off; show

    To have a certain impression, etc.

    Korean definition: 기운 등을 지니다.

    • The soldier had a sturdy look and gave off a strong spirit.

    • This play carries a sharpness that satirizes and criticizes a world gone wrong.

  4. 4

    bear; carry; hold

    To have a thought, feeling, etc., in one’s heart.

    Korean definition: 생각이나 느낌 등을 마음속에 가지다.

    • Some students harbored discontent over the suddenly changed exam system.

    • I went to his house holding on to the hope that I might see him again.