No. 2,042 in Korean
석유
Petroleum.
In a sentence
우리나라에서는 석유의 수입이 매우 중요합니다.
In our country, the import of petroleum is very important.
Refers to petroleum as a resource in the context of national needs.
석유 가격이 상승하여 생활비가 증가했습니다.
The rise in oil prices has increased the cost of living.
Used metaphorically for market price increases affecting daily expenses.
지구 온난화 문제를 해결하려면 석유 사용을 줄여야 합니다.
To address global warming, we must reduce the use of oil.
Represents oil in discussions about environmental impact.
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