고전
Meaning: the classics; classical literature
What does 고전 mean?
고전 [gojeon] is a noun meaning "the classics; classical literature". It is rated B1 on the CEFR scale, which means intermediate — used in social and travel situations. This word appears across 1 Lexibeom card pack, making it a high-utility vocabulary item for everyday Korean.
Example Sentences (1)
Here are real-life sentences where 고전 [gojeon] appears naturally. Each example is taken from a Lexibeom learning card and reviewed by our AI pipeline.
고전 문학과 현대 문학을 비교해 보면, 주제 의식에서 흥미로운 변화가 관찰됩니다.
Comparing classical and modern literature, interesting changes can be observed in thematic consciousness.
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How to Use 고전 in Conversation
As a noun, 고전 can be the subject (with 이/가 particle) or object (with 을/를) of a sentence. Korean nouns do not change form for number or gender, so the same word covers singular and plural. Pay attention to the particle that follows — it shifts the entire meaning of the sentence.
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