Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the powerful world of Agust D's "Haegeum" and unlock not just a captivating song, but also insights into the Korean language and culture. This track masterfully uses a double meaning in its title—referring to a traditional Korean instrument and the concept of 'lifting a ban'—providing a unique linguistic and cultural learning opportunity. Through its thought-provoking lyrics, you can explore themes of freedom, societal critique, and self-reflection, making it an excellent song to deepen your understanding of contemporary Korean thought and expression.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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해금 /hɛɡɯm/ B2 |
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자유 /dʒa.ju/ B1 |
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리듬 /ɾidɯm/ A2 |
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판단 /pʰan.dan/ B2 |
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정보 /dʒʌŋ.bo/ A2 |
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사유 /sa.ju/ B2 |
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생각 /sɛŋ.ɡak/ A2 |
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자본 /dʒa.bon/ B2 |
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노예 /no.ye/ B2 |
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혐오 /hʌm.o/ B2 |
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편견 /pʰjʌn.gyeon/ B2 |
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생산 /sɛŋ.san/ B1 |
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혼란 /hon.lan/ B2 |
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각종 /ɡak̚.tɕoŋ/ B1 |
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불행 /bul.hɛŋ/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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이 노래는 해금
➔ Topic marker particle '은/는' used to indicate the topic of the sentence.
➔ The '*은/는*' particle emphasizes the topic, distinguishing it from the rest of the sentence.
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올라타 봐 지금
➔ The verb '*봐*' is the informal imperative, meaning 'try' or 'go ahead and'.
➔ The '*봐*' form is used to suggest or encourage someone to try or experience something.
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복작대는 리듬
➔ The '-는' ending (present participle/particle) describes the ongoing quality or characteristic.
➔ The suffix '*는*' describes an ongoing or characteristic state related to the noun.
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그것 또한 자유일런지
➔ The '*일런지*' is a colloquial contraction of '*일런지*' expressing uncertainty or speculation, similar to 'perhaps'.
➔ '*일런지*' indicates a degree of uncertainty or speculation about the statement.
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정보의 쓰나미에서 쓸려 내려가지 말길
➔ The phrase '*말길*' is a polite imperative form, meaning 'please do not...'.
➔ '말길' is a polite way of telling someone to refrain from doing something.
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이 시대를 살아가는 이들을 위한
➔ The '*을/를 위한*' is a phrase meaning 'for the sake of' or 'intended for'.
➔ '을/를 위한' expresses that something is meant for or dedicated to someone or something.
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시기와 질투에 다들 말야 눈들이 머네
➔ The particle '*에*' indicates the target or focus of a verb or action.
➔ '에' specifies the target or the focus of the action described in the sentence.
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