No. 8,579 in Korean
가려
"가려" can mean "selectively" or "discerningly" depending on context.
In a sentence
저는 붐비는 곳을 가려 다닙니다.
I choose and go to less crowded places.
In this sentence, '가려' stems from the verb '가리다,' which means 'to select' or 'to choose,' demonstrating the act of being selective.
피부가 민감해서 옷감을 가려 입어요.
Because my skin is sensitive, I am selective of the fabric I wear.
Here, '가려' illustrates the act of choosing, emphasizing selection based on sensitivity.
안개가 자욱해서 앞이 잘 가려지네요.
The fog is thick, so the view ahead is obstructed.
In this usage, '가려' is derived from '가리다,' meaning 'to cover' or 'to block,' indicating obstruction.
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