No. 4,410 in Korean
한발
"한발" means "one step" or "a single shot," depending on context.
In a sentence
그는 골을 넣기 위해 한발 앞으로 나섰다.
He stepped forward to score a goal.
In this sentence, '한발' is used to represent taking a single step forward, emphasizing an action of moving forward physically by one footstep.
그녀는 모든 사람보다 한발 앞서 생각했다.
She thought one step ahead of everyone.
Here, '한발' metaphorically describes the act of being intellectually or emotionally ahead, in terms of mental preparedness or insight.
나는 어려운 상황에서 한발짝 물러났다.
I took a step back in a difficult situation.
In this sentence, '한발' signifies taking a single step backwards, either literally or figuratively, to indicate retreat or a cautious approach.
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