🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

싸움

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ssa-um

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Brawling/ˈbrɔː.lɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"거리에서 싸움이 일어나 경찰의 주목을 받았다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A noisy, disorderly fight or quarrel.

    "The brawling in the streets drew the attention of the police."
  2. 2

    A scene of loud and chaotic fighting.

    "The bar was known for its brawling patrons, often leading to trouble."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'brawling' originates from the Middle English term 'brawlen', which is derived from the Old English 'brēowan', meaning to quarrel or fight. Its usage has evolved over time to refer to noisy, disorderly fights, particularly in public settings.

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