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Korean
Etymology
Nativisation of the Sino-Korean term 염두 (念頭, yeomdu, “thought; intention”).
Pronunciation
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| Revised Romanization? | eomdu |
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| Revised Romanization (translit.)? | eomdu |
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| McCune–Reischauer? | ŏmdu |
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| Yale Romanization? | emtwu |
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Noun
엄두 • (eomdu)
- the very thought (usually in negative constructions)
연락할 엄두는 나지 않았다.- yeollakhal eomduneun naji anatda.
- I could not even think of contacting her.
먹을 엄두도 안 나네.- meogeul eomdudo an nane.
- I don't even dare to eat it.
Usage notes
Generally used with the verbs 나다 (nada) or 내다 (naeda).