abuse in Korean
abuse in Korean is 남용, 람용 — abuse means cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
abuse in Korean
남용
Pronounced: namyong
improper usage
람용
Pronounced: ramyong
improper usage
What does "abuse" mean?
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noun Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
"The charity supports survivors of domestic abuse."
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noun The wrong or harmful use of something, such as power, drugs, or a position of trust.
"The senator was accused of abuse of power."
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verb To treat someone cruelly or violently.
"He was accused of abusing his position to intimidate staff."
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verb To use something improperly or excessively, especially drugs or alcohol.
"She began to abuse painkillers after her surgery."
abuse in a sentence
- The charity supports survivors of domestic abuse.
- Reports of abuse at the facility triggered an investigation.
- The senator was accused of abuse of power.
- He was accused of abusing his position to intimidate staff.
Common Korean translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "abuse" in Korean?
"abuse" in Korean is 남용, 람용. abuse means: Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
How do you pronounce 남용?
"abuse" in Korean is 남용, pronounced "namyong".
How do you use "abuse" in a sentence?
Example: "The charity supports survivors of domestic abuse." In Korean, "abuse" is 남용, 람용.
Are there other ways to say "abuse" in Korean?
Yes — Korean has 2 translations listed for "abuse": 남용, 람용.
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