No. 2,216 in Korean
지상
"지상" means "on the ground" or "above ground."
In a sentence
비행기는 지상을 떠나 하늘로 날아갔다.
The airplane left the ground and flew into the sky.
Here, '지상' is used to refer to the ground or surface of the Earth, juxtaposed with the sky.
지상에는 다양한 동식물이 살고 있다.
On the Earth's surface, various plants and animals live.
In this sentence, '지상' denotes the Earth's surface, distinguishing it from aquatic or subterranean environments.
지상에서 가장 중요한 것은 사람들의 협력이다.
On the ground, the most important thing is cooperation among people.
In this context, '지상' emphasizes a metaphorical aspect, focusing on life on the ground or in human society.
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