This is the 15611th most frequent Korean word.
보듬어
"보듬어" means "to embrace or hold gently."
Here, '보듬어' is used to describe lovingly holding or embracing someone, emphasizing care and tenderness.
그녀는 아기를 부드럽게 보듬어 안았다.
She gently embraced the baby.
In this sentence, '보듬어' is metaphorically used to describe resolving issues by embracing them and addressing them constructively.
갈등을 보듬어 화해로 이끈 지도자의 이야기가 인상 깊었다.
The story of a leader who embraced conflicts and led them to reconciliation was impressive.
'보듬어' here conveys the act of comforting or emotionally embracing, offering support in challenging situations.