This is the 7267th most frequent Korean word.
지닌다
"To possess" or "to carry."
Here, "지닌다" is used to mean 'to carry or possess' metaphorically, carrying an intangible concept like hope.
그는 항상 희망을 지닌다.
He always carries hope.
In this sentence, "지닌다" refers to physically carrying or holding an object, a tangible item like a bag.
그녀는 작은 가방을 지닌다.
She carries a small bag.
Here, "지닌다" signifies possessing responsibility or a role, emphasizing having an essential duty or mission.