This is the 708th most frequent Korean word.
마약
"마약" means "narcotics" or "drugs."
Here, 마약 is used to refer to illicit drugs within a societal or legal context.
그는 마약 시장에 대해 연구를 진행 중입니다.
He is conducting research on the drug market.
In this context, 마약 portrays the substance responsible for causing addiction.
그 드라마는 마약 중독의 위험성을 강조합니다.
The drama emphasizes the dangers of drug addiction.
Here, 마약 is used metaphorically to describe a captivating or addictive quality.