Lyrics & Translation
Learning Korean through IU's 'LILAC' offers a beautiful way to understand nuanced emotions and metaphors. The song's lyrics poetically describe a farewell to youth, using the imagery of spring and flowers. It's a special song as it encapsulates a significant milestone in the artist's life, making the language both personal and universally relatable as you explore themes of memory, growth, and new beginnings.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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꽃가루 /kkot-garu/ A2 |
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눈물 /nunmul/ A2 |
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마음 /ma-eum/ A2 |
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비밀 /bimil/ A2 |
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영원 /yeongwon/ B1 |
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작별 /jakbyeol/ B1 |
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결말 /gyeolmal/ B1 |
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기분 /gibun/ B1 |
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꿈 /kkum/ A1 |
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사랑 /salang/ A1 |
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봄 /bom/ A1 |
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하늘 /haneul/ A1 |
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완벽 /wanbyeok/ B2 |
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기쁜 /gippeun/ A2 |
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달콤 /dalkom/ B1 |
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향기 /hyanggi/ B1 |
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약속 /yaksok/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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