선수

This is the 243rd most frequent Korean word.


선수

"선수" means "athlete" or "player."


Here, '선수' means 'player' or 'athlete', used to refer to someone who is professional or proficient in sports.

그는 훌륭한 야구 선수입니다.

He is an excellent baseball player.


In this context, '선수' metaphorically means 'expert' or 'master', referring to proficiency in a specific field.

이 일에서는 그녀가 선수예요.

She is an expert in this work.


Here, '선수' refers to a competitor in a contest or competition, someone who participates actively.

그는 대회에서 최고의 선수를 이겼습니다.

He defeated the best competitor in the competition.