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How do you say "arrow" in Korean?
화살
hwasal
In Korean, "arrow" is 화살.
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Pronunciation
Hwasal is two syllables, 'hwah-sahl.' The first part starts with 'hw,' the second has a soft 'l.'
Writing and usage
Hwasal combines hwa (arrow) with sal (projectile). It's a traditional Korean word for arrows.
Example sentence
화살이 과녁에 맞아요.
The arrow hits the target.
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How to remember 화살
Hwasal relates to archery and arrows, which are shot like projectiles through the air.
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Questions about 화살
How do you say "arrow" in Korean?
In Korean, "arrow" is 화살. It is a noun.
How is 화살 written in Korean?
Hwasal combines hwa (arrow) with sal (projectile). It's a traditional Korean word for arrows.
How is 화살 used in a sentence?
Use 화살 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 화살이 과녁에 맞아요. (The arrow hits the target.).
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