No. 1,923 in Korean
높이는
"높이는" means "height" or "elevates," depending on context.
In a sentence
그는 학교의 명성을 높이는 데 기여했다.
He contributed to enhancing the prestige of the school.
In this sentence, '높이는' functions as a form of the verb '높이다' (to enhance or raise), modifying the noun '명성' (prestige). It is part of the structure that describes the action of enhancing the esteem or status.
방의 천장이 높이는 훌륭한 채광을 제공합니다.
The high ceiling of the room provides excellent lighting.
Here, '높이는' serves as a modifier derived from '높다' (high), describing the noun '천장' (ceiling). It conveys the characteristic of being high.
음악의 수준을 높이는 시도를 해야 합니다.
We need to make an effort to raise the level of music.
In this context, '높이는' is used as an action verb '높이다' (to raise or enhance), describing the process of improving or elevating the associated noun '수준' (level).
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