No. 2,933 in Korean
진상
"진상" means "truth" or "reality"; it can also refer to a "troublemaker" or "nuisance" in a colloquial context.
In a sentence
그는 항상 식당에서 진상을 부려요.
He always makes a scene at the restaurant.
The word '진상' here refers to causing a disturbance or problematic behavior in a public place, commonly used to describe unpleasant customer behavior.
이 아이는 문제의 진상을 알고 있었어요.
This child knew the truth behind the problem.
The word '진상' in this context means 'truth' or 'the reality of the situation,' referring to understanding the underlying facts of an issue.
행사에서 진상을 파악해 결과를 발표했습니다.
At the event, they identified the circumstances and announced the results.
The term '진상' is used here to represent 'facts' or 'circumstances,' emphasizing uncovering or comprehending happenings at the event.
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