박

박

The Korean word "박" can mean: **"gourd"**, **"박씨" (surname Park)**, or be used for **"light tapping"**, depending on context.

Here, "박" refers to a gourd, commonly used as a vessel or for cooking.

나는 한 박을 깼다.

I cracked a gourd.

In this sentence, "박" could refer to time intervals, resembling the sound of a drum.

하루의 박을 잘 활용합시다.

Let's use the drum of the day wisely.

In this instance, "박" refers to something like a container.

그 박은 참 특별해 보였다.

That box looked very special.