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금사과

geum-sa-gwa
noun★Intermediate— golden apple
informal

A type of apple that is golden in color, often associated with health benefits and beauty in Korean culture.

금사과는 피부 미용에 좋다고 알려져 있어요.

Golden apples are known to be good for skin beauty.

💡

The term is often used metaphorically to represent something precious or valuable.

Collocations

금사과 주스golden apple juice금사과 나무golden apple tree

Synonyms

황금사과황금과일

Related Phrases

금사과를 먹다phrase
to eat a golden apple

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Significance

In Korean culture, golden apples are often associated with beauty and health.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Korean words '금' (gold) and '사과' (apple), referring to a golden-colored apple.

📝Usage Notes

The term is often used in Korean folklore and modern culture to symbolize something rare and valuable.

Word Breakdown

금
gold
root
+
사과
apple
root
한영사전

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