병

병

The Korean word "병" can mean "bottle" or "disease" depending on context.

Here, "병" means "bottle," referring to a container for liquids.

나는 병에 담긴 물을 마셨어요.

I drank the water contained in the bottle.

In this context, "병" stands for "disease" or "illness," specifically a skin illness in this sentence.

그는 피부병이 있다.

He has a skin disease.

Here, "병" is part of the word "병사," which means "soldier," showing a compound usage.

병사가 나란히 행진하고 있었다.

The soldiers were marching side by side.