No. 10,984 in Korean
금의환향한
The Korean word "금의환향" refers to returning home in glory or triumph, often after achieving success.
In a sentence
그는 성공적인 사업을 마치고 금의환향한 기분으로 고향에 돌아왔다.
He returned to his hometown feeling like he had accomplished a triumphant return after completing a successful business.
금의환향한 is used metaphorically to describe the feeling of returning to one's origin with pride and success.
올림픽에서 금메달을 딴 후 그녀는 금의환향한 모습으로 가족들을 만났다.
After winning a gold medal at the Olympics, she met her family with the demeanor of a triumphant return.
금의환향한 highlights the significance of achieving something great and returning proudly.
그 작가는 세계적으로 인정을 받은 후 금의환향한 태도로 고향에서 팬들과 만남을 가졌다.
The author, after gaining global recognition, met fans in his hometown with a triumphant attitude.
금의환향한 underscores the sense of pride and fulfillment when returning home after achieving fame or success.
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