활짝

Adverb

1. 1

   completely; thoroughly

   A word describing the state of a door, etc., being completely open.

   Korean definition: 문 등이 완전히 열린 모양.

   • 나는 방안이 어두워서 커튼을 활짝 걷었다.

     The room was dark, so I pulled the curtains wide open.

   • 나는 환기를 시키려고 창문을 활짝 열었다.

     I opened the window wide to air out the room.

2. 2

   straightly

   A word describing the motion of a bird or person spreading its wings or his/her arms in a straight line.

   Korean definition: 날개나 팔 등을 곧게 펼치는 모양.

   • 면접을 볼 때는 가슴을 활짝 펴고 당당한 자세로 임하는 것이 좋다.

     At an interview, it's best to puff out your chest and carry yourself with confidence.

   • 새색시는 붉은 치마를 활짝 펴면서 절을 했다.

     The new bride spread out her red skirt wide and bowed.

3. 3

   openly; clearly; without interruptions

   A word describing the state of having an open and expansive view.

   Korean definition: 넓고 멀리 시원스럽게 트인 모양.

   • 활짝 트인 길을 마음껏 달리고 나니 기분이 한결 좋아졌다.

     After running freely along the wide-open road, I felt much better.

   • 활짝 트인 바다 한가운데에 작은 섬이 떠 있다.

     A small island floats in the middle of the wide-open sea.

4. 4

   in full bloom

   A word describing the state of a flower being in full bloom.

   Korean definition: 꽃잎 등이 한껏 핀 모양.

   • 공원은 활짝 핀 꽃을 구경 나온 사람들로 가득했다.

     The park was crowded with people who came out to see the flowers in full bloom.

   • 학생들은 학교 앞에 활짝 핀 개나리꽃을 바라보며 봄을 만끽하고 있다.

     Students are enjoying spring, gazing at the forsythia in full bloom in front of the school.