[adj] having left one's job and ceased to work, typically upon reaching a certain age
The retired cook still loves to cook.
은퇴한 요리사는 여전히 요리하는 것을 좋아한다.
colonel
[n] a military officer of high rank, below a general and above a lieutenant colonel
The colonel led his troops into battle against the enemy.
대령은 적과의 전투에 부대를 이끌고 나아갔다.
sincerely
[adv] in a genuine, honest, or heartfelt manner; truly and without pretense
She thanked her friends sincerely for their support during difficult times.
그녀는 어려운 시기에 도움을 준 친구들에게 진심으로 감사를 표했다.
platform
[n] a raised surface or stage used for speaking, performing, or displaying something
The speaker stood on the platform to address the audience.
연사는 청중들에게 연설하기 위해 연단 위에 섰다.
pitiful
[adj] deserving or arousing pity; wretched, miserable, or deserving of compassion
The stray dog looked so pitiful that many people stopped to give it food.
그 떠돌이 개는 너무 불쌍해 보여서 많은 사람들이 걸음을 멈추고 먹이를 주었다.
worn out
damaged by long use or wear
My shoes are worn out with big holes in the soles.
내 신발은 밑창에 큰 구멍이 뚫려 낡았다.
suppose
[v] to think or believe something to be true or probable; to assume something as a hypothesis or for the sake of argument
If you suppose that everyone will agree with your plan, you might be disappointed.
모든 사람이 당신의 계획에 동의할 것이라고 생각한다면, 실망할지도 모른다.
shilling
[n] a former British coin and monetary unit worth one-twentieth of a pound
He found an old coin from the 1950s; it was a shilling with Queen Elizabeth’s portrait.
그는 1950년대의 오래된 동전을 발견했는데, 엘리자베스 여왕의 초상이 있는 실링이었다.
guinea
[n] a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings, or a monetary unit still used for pricing certain goods and services
The antique coin collection included a rare guinea from the 18th century.
골동품 동전 컬렉션에는 18세기의 희귀한 기니가 포함되어 있었다.
take advantage of
to use something or someone in a way that helps you
The company took advantage of the favorable economic conditions to expand its operations.
그 회사는 유리한 경제 상황을 이용하여 사업을 확장했다.
absence
[n] the state of being away or not present; the condition of being missing from a place where one is expected to be
During his absence, the design team made significant progress on the project.
그가 부재중인 동안, 디자인 팀은 프로젝트에서 상당한 진전을 이뤘다.
carriage
[n] a vehicle with wheels that is pulled by horses and used for carrying people
The carriage was pulled by two strong horses.
그 마차는 두 마리의 튼튼한 말이 끌고 있었다.
faintly
[adv] in a weak, unclear, or barely perceptible manner
The old painting was faintly illuminated by the dim light of the room.
오래된 그림은 방의 희미한 빛에 의해 어렴풋이 비춰졌다.
blush
[v] to become red in the face, especially from embarrassment, shyness, or shame
She began to blush when she received the unexpected compliment.
그녀는 예상치 못한 칭찬을 받자 얼굴이 빨갛게 달아오르기 시작했다.
devoted
[adj] completely committed to or dedicated to something; showing strong loyalty or care
The devoted fans cheered loudly for their team throughout the game.
헌신적인 팬들이 경기 내내 그들의 팀을 위해 큰 소리로 응원했다.
prospect
[n] a possibility or likelihood of future success or occurrence; an outlook or expectation for the future
The prospects for the company's expansion into international markets look promising.
회사의 국제 시장 진출 전망이 유망해 보인다.
appealing
[adj] attractive or interesting; having qualities that make someone want to experience or have something
Your proposal sounds appealing.
당신의 제안이 매력적으로 들립니다.
comment
[v] to express an opinion or make a remark about something; to give one's views or observations on a particular matter
He commented that the movie was one of the best films of the year.
그는 그 영화가 올해 최고의 영화 중 하나라고 언급했다.
seriously
[adv] in a solemn, earnest, or sincere manner; with genuine intent or concern
The doctor spoke seriously about the test results.
의사는 검사 결과에 대해 심각하게 말했다.
heartless
[adj] lacking compassion, sympathy, or kindness; cruel and unfeeling
His heartless comments made me feel bad.
그의 무정한 말들이 나를 기분 나쁘게 만들었다.
reform
[v] to improve or make changes to something, especially a system, law, or institution, in order to make it better
They reformed the education system.
그들은 교육제도를 개혁했다.
affair
[n] a matter, situation, or event that requires attention or action
His speech addressed the economic affairs of the country.
그의 연설은 국가의 경제 문제를 다루었다.
embarrassed
[adj] feeling awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed in a social situation
I felt embarrassed about my mistake.
나는 내 실수가 부끄러웠다.
sink
[v] to drop down heavily into a sitting or lying position, especially due to weakness, exhaustion, or despair
I sank down on the couch.
나는 소파에 털썩 주저앉았다.
burst into
to suddenly begin doing something, especially expressing an emotion in an uncontrolled way
She burst into tears suddenly.
그녀는 갑자기 눈물을 터뜨렸다.
distribute
[v] to give or supply something to each person in a group; to hand out or share among multiple recipients
He distributed the exam paper.
그는 시험 문제지를 배포했다.
interrupt
[v] to stop or break the continuity of an activity, speech, or process by intervening
Don’t interrupt when I’m speaking.
내가 말하고 있을 때 끼어들지 마.
sincere
[adj] genuine, honest, and without pretense or deceit; truly meant or felt
He gave a sincere compliment on her performance.
그는 그녀의 공연에 진심 어린 찬사를 보냈다.
apology
[n] an expression of regret or remorse for having done or said something wrong
Please accept my apologies.
사과의 말씀을 드립니다.
envelope
[n] a flat paper container with a sealable flap, used to enclose a letter or document
She addressed the envelope and put a stamp on it.
그녀는 봉투에 주소를 쓰고 우표를 붙였다.
check
[n] a written order to a bank to pay a stated sum from the drawer's account
She wrote a check to pay for the groceries.
그녀는 식료품비를 지불하기 위해 수표를 썼다.
rare
[adj] occurring infrequently; not common or usual; seldom found or seen
The collector was thrilled to find a rare coin.
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