No. 246 in Korean
정
"Jeong" (정): A deep emotional bond or affectionate connection shared with others, encompassing love, attachment, empathy, and a sense of communal care.
In a sentence
정이 많은 사람은 다른 사람을 잘 챙겨줍니다.
A person with 'jeong' often takes good care of others.
Here, '정' refers to the affection or emotional connection one has for others.
고향에 대한 정이 가득했습니다.
I was filled with nostalgia and love for my hometown.
In this context, '정' conveys feelings of affection and nostalgia.
그 친구와 정이 많이 들었어요.
I have developed a deep emotional bond with that friend.
Here, '정' symbolizes the emotional bond and attachment developed over time.
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