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Water (the liquid essential for life)
물은 생명에 필수적이다.
Water is essential for life.
물 한 잔 주세요.
Please give me a glass of water.
The most common meaning of '물' is the liquid form of H2O.
Liquid in general (not necessarily water)
이 약은 물에 녹여서 먹어야 합니다.
You need to dissolve this medicine in water.
Can refer to any liquid when the context is clear.
A question or issue (in formal contexts)
이 문제는 복잡한 물이 있습니다.
This issue has complex questions.
Used in formal or academic contexts to refer to questions or problems.
'물' is often used in everyday language, but be aware of its formal usage in academic or professional contexts.
The meaning of '물' can vary significantly based on context, so pay attention to surrounding words.
Derived from Middle Korean '물' (mul), meaning 'water' or 'liquid'.
'물' is a fundamental word in Korean and is used in countless everyday contexts. It can refer to both the essential liquid and abstract concepts like questions or issues.