This is the 4374th most frequent Korean word.

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"Lung" or "harm."


폐 refers to the organ, 'lung', in a biological context in this sentence.

폐는 몸 속에서 공기를 걸러주는 중요한 역할을 합니다.

The lungs play an important role in filtering air in the body.


폐 describes 'ruin' or 'being deserted', used metaphorically for places or conditions.

폐허가 된 마을은 그들에겐 가슴 아픈 기억이었습니다.

The ruined village was a heartbreaking memory for them.


폐 signifies 'inconvenience' or 'trouble', often in a polite expression regarding impacts on others.

그 행동은 과도한 폐를 끼치게 될 수도 있습니다.

That behavior could impose excessive inconvenience.