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  4. 무생명

무생명

musaengmyeong
inanimate

이 책상은 무생명 물체다.

This desk is an inanimate object.


general

An inanimate object or thing that lacks life or consciousness.

무생명 물체는 움직이지 않는다.

Inanimate objects do not move.

Contrasts with '생명' (living things).

Collocations

무생명 물체inanimate object

Synonyms

무생물비생명체

Antonyms

생명체유기체

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use '무생명' to describe objects, not living beings.

Word Origin

From 무 (not) + 생명 (life).

Usage Notes

Used in scientific, philosophical, or general contexts to describe non-living things.

Word Breakdown

무
not
prefix
+
생명
life
root
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