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경찰

gyeongchal
noun★Intermediate
informal

A situation or event that is extremely surprising, shocking, or unexpected, often with a negative connotation.

그 소식은 정말 경찰이었다.

That news was really shocking.

경찰한 일이 일어나서 모두 놀랐다.

Everyone was surprised by the shocking event.

💡

Often used to describe unexpected or dramatic events, especially those that cause strong emotional reactions.

Collocations

경찰한 소식shocking news경찰한 결과shocking result

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

경찰하다verb
to be shocked or surprised

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Conversation

Use '경찰하다' when describing a sudden, unexpected event that causes a strong emotional reaction.

⚡Gold Rule

Tone and Context

This word is often used in informal settings and carries a strong emotional weight, so use it carefully in formal contexts.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb '경찰하다' (to be surprised or shocked), with the suffix '-ㄹ' indicating a noun form.

📝Usage Notes

This word is commonly used in informal contexts to express strong surprise or shock, often with a negative tone.

Word Breakdown

경찰
surprise or shock
root
+
-ㄹ
noun suffix
suffix
한영사전

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