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대기 (noun)

The envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet. It is essential for describing air pollution and environmental issues in IELTS.

💬 Example

"대기 오염이 심각한 수준에 도달했습니다."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Dae' as 'Big' (like Daewoo or Daehan) and 'Gi' as 'Gas'. The atmosphere is the 'Big Gas' around the Earth.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
공기 분위기
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using '대기' for 'mood'. → 분위기

Using '공기' in scientific contexts. → 대기

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