How to say “three” in Korean
The most common Korean word for “three” is 삼 (sam). There are 2 more words with a similar meaning — compare them below. 「three」는 한국어로 삼.
ginseng
TOPIK 1 · noun
건강을 위해 따뜻한 물에 귀한 삼을 달여 마셔요.I decoct precious ginseng in warm water and drink it for my health.
three
TOPIK 1 · number
책상 위에 연필 셋 자루가 나란히 놓여 있어요.Three pencils are placed side by side on the desk.
three; years of age
TOPIK 1 · determiner
사과 세 개를 바구니에 담아요.I put three apples in the basket.
Words and levels: TOPIK I essentials (National Institute of Korean Language standard curriculum, KOGL Type 1) · examples: Cheesepotato
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