TOPIK · Level 80
15 words
Korean word
바위
Pronunciation
Romanizationpawi
Meaning
- nounrock
Example
그는 바위처럼 움직이지 않았다.keu neun pa wi cheo reom um ji gi ji a nat tta
He stayed still like a rock.
More examples
아이들이 바위 위에 올라가 사진을 찍었다.a i deu ri pa wi wi e ol la ga sa ji neul jji geot tta
The children climbed onto a rock and took a picture.
Core concept
A solid natural stone formation that stands out from the earth because of its size and hardness.
Common phrases
바위 위pa wi wi
on a rock
바위 근처pa wi keun cheo
near a rock
바위 틈pa wi teum
in a rock crevice
Similar words
돌tol: A hard piece of natural stone, often found on a path or used in a wall.
돌멩이tolmengi: A small rounded stone that fits easily in the hand and can be picked up.
Definition in Korean
땅 위에 드러나 있는 크고 단단한 돌을 이르는 말.ttang wi e teu reo na in neun keu go tan dan han to reul i reu neun mal
Word origin
The native Korean word comes from the older form bau, which gradually changed into bawi; this history helps explain the modern ending and makes the word easier to remember.
Usage tips
- The word is useful for recognizing the idea of being fixed in place, especially when a comparison describes someone who will not move or change position.
Related words
- 바윗돌pawitttollarge rocknoun
- 바위굴pawigulrock cavenoun
- 바위덩어리pawideongeorichunk of rocknoun