건지고

This is the 9218th most frequent Korean word.


건지고

"건지고" means "scooping out" or "retrieving" something, typically from water or a liquid.


The word "건지고" (geonjigo) is used here to mean the action of retrieving something from a liquid or uncertain terrain.

나는 물에 빠진 공을 건지고 나왔어.

I retrieved the ball that fell in the water.


In this context, "건지고" refers to the act of saving or taking out from a challenging situation.

그는 문제 상황에서 끄집어내고 건지고 하는 데 능숙해.

He is skilled at rescuing and retrieving from problematic situations.


Here, "건지고" symbolizes the action of recognizing and taking hold of intangible but valuable things in life.

인생의 작은 행복을 건지고 간직하는 것이 중요하다.

It is important to retrieve and cherish the small happinesses of life.