No. 11,280 in Korean
길이고
"길이고" is not a standalone Korean word but might be a part of a sentence. It could mean "it's the way/road," depending on the context.
In a sentence
이곳은 시내로 가는 길이고 동시에 산책하기 좋은 장소예요.
This place is the path to downtown and also a good spot for a walk.
In this sentence, '길이고' (kil-i-go) emphasizes a path or route (길) combined with '-고', which connects the additional information in the sentence about being a good spot for walking.
이 사다리는 지붕으로 올라가는 길이고 동시에 작업 도구입니다.
This ladder is the way to the roof and also a tool for working.
Here, '길이고' refers to a figurative way or ladder that serves dual purposes: an access path and usage in work.
성공은 끊임없는 노력을 통해 얻는 길이고 매우 값진 것입니다.
Success is the way achieved through constant effort and is very valuable.
In this usage, '길이고' signifies a metaphorical path or method (progression towards success), relating the concept of effort and its significance in achieving valuable results.
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