This is the 3753rd most frequent Korean word.

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"센" means "strong" or "powerful."


Here, '센' is used as an adjective describing the intensity or strength (센 힘), meaning 'strong' or 'intense'.

그녀는 매우 센 힘으로 문을 열었다.

She opened the door with very strong force.


In this sentence, '센' modifies '햇빛' (sunlight) to indicate its strength and brightness, emphasizing the intensity of the sunlight.

센 햇빛 아래서 너무 더웠다.

It was too hot under the strong sunlight.


Here, '센' describes a person (센 사람), implying emotional or mental strength, portraying resilience and determination of character.

그는 센 사람이야, 어려운 상황에서도 결코 흔들리지 않는다.

He is a strong person who never wavers even in difficult situations.