This is the 2265th most frequent Korean word.
펼친
"펼친" means "spread out" or "unfolded" in English.
In this sentence, '펼친' ('opened') is used to describe the physical action of opening or spreading out something like a book.
그는 책을 펼친 후 조용히 읽기 시작했습니다.
He quietly started reading after opening the book.
Here, '펼친' ('unfolded') metaphorically refers to introducing or elaborating on a narrative.
작가는 새로운 이야기를 펼친 것으로 많은 독자들의 관심을 끌었습니다.
The author gained attention from many readers by unfolding a new story.
'펼친' ('spread') refers to the view of the sunset as it visually expands across the sea.