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원망
won-mang
resentment
그는 부모님에 대한 원망을 품고 있었다.
He harbored resentment toward his parents.
general
A feeling of bitterness or resentment toward someone or something, often due to perceived injustice or mistreatment.
그녀는 실패에 대한 원망을 감추지 못했다.
She couldn't hide her resentment about the failure.
원망이 쌓이면 관계에 금이 가기 쉽다.
Resentment can easily damage relationships.
Often used in emotional or interpersonal contexts.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Emotional Nuance
원망 is stronger than 불만 (complaint) but less intense than 원한 (vengeance).
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Use 원망 for deep-seated resentment, not for minor annoyances.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '원망하다' (to resent), combining '원하다' (to wish) and '망하다' (to lose).
Usage Notes
Can be used both as a noun and as a verb (원망하다). Often implies a lingering negative emotion.
Word Breakdown
원
wish
root망
lose
root한영사전