맥심

맥심

"맥심" is the Korean transliteration of "Maxim," which can refer to a brand of instant coffee or denote a general principle or rule.

In this sentence, '맥심' refers to a popular instant coffee brand in Korea, showcasing the word used as a proper noun.

나는 맥심 커피를 자주 마셔요.

I often drink Maxim coffee.

Here, '맥심' is used metaphorically to mean a principle or guideline, derived from its original meaning related to axioms or maxims.

맥심이 있어야 이 상황을 해결할 수 있어.

We need a guideline to resolve this situation.

In this case, '맥심' takes its traditional meaning as a 'maxim,' indicating a personal principle or saying.

그 배우는 인터뷰에서 삶의 맥심을 공유했어요.

The actor shared their life maxim during the interview.