웃돌

웃돌

"웃돌" refers to the upper part of traditional Korean clothing.

Here, "웃돌다" describes exceeding or outperforming a set record, showing outstanding achievement.

그 선수는 기록을 웃도는 경기를 펼쳤다.

The player delivered a performance that exceeded the record.

Here, "웃도는" is used to indicate a performance level that is higher than a certain benchmark, in this case, the average grades.

그의 성적은 항상 평균을 웃도는 수준입니다.

His grades are consistently above average.

In this example, "웃돌다" conveys surpassing or exceeding a prediction or estimation, specifically the expected cost of living.

물가가 예상치를 웃돌아서 생활비가 더 들어요.

The cost of living surpassed expectations, leading to higher living expenses.