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Busan

boo-SAHN

Busan (name) means a major port city in South Korea, the country's second-largest city. Example: “Busan hosts a well-known international film festival every autumn.”

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A major port city in South Korea, the country's second-largest city.
"Busan hosts a well-known international film festival every autumn."

How to use Busan

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In plain EnglishSouth Korea's largest port city, known for its beaches and film festival.

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Etymology

Borrowed from the Korean name 부산 (Busan).

Origin: Korean

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Busan” mean?

The word “Busan” means a major port city in South Korea, the country's second-largest city. In plain terms, south Korea's largest port city, known for its beaches and film festival.

How do you pronounce “Busan”?

“Busan” is pronounced boo-SAHN (/ˌbuːˈsɑːn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Busan” in a sentence?

Here is “Busan” used in a sentence: “Busan hosts a well-known international film festival every autumn.”

What part of speech is “Busan”?

“Busan” is a name.

Where does the word “Busan” come from?

The word “Busan” comes from Korean. Borrowed from the Korean name 부산 (Busan).

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