This is the 2951st most frequent Korean word.

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"찬" (chan) can mean "cold" or "cool" as an adjective, or "praise" as a noun depending on context.


Here, '찬' is used as an adjective describing '바람'. It means 'cold', as in chilly wind.

찬 바람이 부네요.

Cold wind is blowing.


In this sentence, '찬' implies 'opposing' or 'dissenting', used figuratively to characterize '의견' (opinion).

그는 찬 의견을 드러냈어요.

He expressed a dissenting opinion.


Here, '찬' describes '음료' (beverage) and means 'cold', referring to temperature.

나는 찬 음료가 좋아요.

I like cold beverages.