This is the 8726th most frequent Korean word.
간곡한
Earnest; sincere; heartfelt.
The word "간곡한" is used to describe a sincere and earnest tone in someone's request or communication.
그는 간곡한 목소리로 도움을 요청했다.
He requested help in a sincerely pleading voice.
Here, "간곡한" indicates an earnest request that strongly appeals to emotions or reason.
간곡한 부탁을 듣고 나는 결정을 바꿨다.
Hearing a sincere plea changed my decision.
In this context, "간곡한" emphasizes the sincere and heartfelt nature of the explanation being given.