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Jeonggibal Saenggi

/dʒʌŋɡiˈbɑːlˈsɛŋɡi/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A concept in Korean culture referring to the vital energy or life force that sustains living beings.

    "Practices such as Tai Chi are believed to enhance jeonggibal saenggi, promoting overall health."
  2. 2

    In traditional Korean medicine, it is considered essential for maintaining balance and health.

    "The doctor emphasized the need to cultivate jeonggibal saenggi through proper diet and exercise."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'jeonggibal saenggi' originates from Korean, where 'jeonggi' refers to 'energy' or 'vitality' and 'bal saenggi' translates to 'life force.' This term reflects traditional Korean concepts of health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of energy in sustaining life, with roots in ancient Korean medicine and philosophy.

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