This is the 4410th most frequent Korean word.
한발
"한발" means "one step" or "a single shot," depending on context.
In this sentence, '한발' signifies taking a single step backwards, either literally or figuratively, to indicate retreat or a cautious approach.
나는 어려운 상황에서 한발짝 물러났다.
I took a step back in a difficult situation.
In this sentence, '한발' is used to represent taking a single step forward, emphasizing an action of moving forward physically by one footstep.
그는 골을 넣기 위해 한발 앞으로 나섰다.
He stepped forward to score a goal.
Here, '한발' metaphorically describes the act of being intellectually or emotionally ahead, in terms of mental preparedness or insight.