No. 9,079 in Korean
갸우뚱하게
"Tilting" or "tilted slightly in doubt or curiosity."
In a sentence
그는 질문을 받자 갸우뚱하게 고개를 기울였다.
He tilted his head questioningly when asked a question.
The word "갸우뚱하게" is used to describe an action or gesture of tilting the head to indicate a questioning or uncertain state.
나의 설명을 듣고 그녀는 갸우뚱하게 생각하는 표정을 지었다.
Listening to my explanation, she made a pondering expression with a slight tilt.
Here, "갸우뚱하게" conveys a thoughtful state where physical movement (tilting) of the head parallels contemplation.
아이는 새로운 단어를 배우자 갸우뚱하게 이해를 시도했다.
Upon learning a new word, the child attempted to grasp it with a questioning tilt.
In this context, "갸우뚱하게" reflects hesitant exploration or comprehension of a new concept, visually mirrored by head movement.
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