TOPIK · Level 144
15 words
Korean word
큰길
Pronunciation
Romanizationkeungil
Meaning
- nounmain road
Example
저쪽에 큰길이 있어요.cheo jjo ge keun gi ri i sseo yo
There is a main road over there.
More examples
밤에는 큰길에 차가 많아요.pa me neun keun gi re cha ga ma na yo
There are many cars on the main road at night.
Core concept
A spacious route that stands out because many people and cars use it.
Common phrases
큰길 옆keun gil yeop
beside the main road
큰길을 따라keun gi reul tta ra
along the main road
큰길 쪽keun gil jjok
toward the main road
Similar words
길kil: A route or passage that takes people from one place to another.
대로taero: A broad major avenue built to carry a heavy flow of traffic.
도로toro: A paved route designed mainly for cars and other vehicles.
Definition in Korean
사람과 차가 많이 다니는 넓은 길.sa ram gwa cha ga ma ni ta ni neun neol beun kil
Word origin
This word is formed from native Korean parts meaning big and road, so its form points to a large, well-used route.
Usage tips
- It is useful in everyday navigation because it can guide someone toward a clear landmark before more detailed directions follow.