🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

박테리아

Native Script:한국어 한글

Pronunciation / Transliteration: bak.te.ri.a

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Bacteria/bækˈtɪəriə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"우리 몸에는 유익한 박테리아가 많이 살고 있습니다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A large domain of single-celled, prokaryotic microorganisms lacking a distinct nucleus, found abundantly in all habitats on Earth.

    "Certain bacteria in the gut play a crucial role in human digestion."
  2. 2

    Microscopic organisms, some of which are beneficial while others can cause disease or decay.

    "Washing your hands thoroughly helps to remove harmful bacteria."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'bacteria' originates from the Greek word 'bakterion', meaning 'small staff' or 'rod', which reflects the rod-like shape of many bacteria. The term was first used in the 19th century as microbiology began to develop as a scientific discipline.

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