벼랑

This is the 5750th most frequent Korean word.


벼랑

Cliff.


In this sentence, '벼랑' is used to describe a physical cliff that poses danger.

그는 험난한 벼랑에서 조심스럽게 내려왔다.

He carefully descended from the perilous cliff.


Here, '벼랑' is metaphorically used to illustrate a critical or desperate situation in life.

그녀는 인생의 벼랑 끝에 서 있는 것 같았다.

She felt as if she were standing at the edge of life's cliff.


In this case, '벼랑' highlights an obstacle or challenge that demands careful contemplation and decision.

그들은 벼랑을 앞두고 어떻게 행동할지 결정해야 했다.

They had to decide how to act before the cliff.