🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

수호자

Pronunciation / Transliteration: suhoja

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Mamo/ˈmɑː.moʊ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"수호자는 마을을 지킵니다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A guardian or protector, often used in a cultural or spiritual context.

    "In many cultures, a mamo is seen as a spiritual guardian who watches over the community."
  2. 2

    A term used to describe someone who provides care or support.

    "She acted as a mamo to the children in her neighborhood, always looking out for their well-being."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'mamo' originates from the Japanese language, where it is derived from the verb 'mamoru', meaning 'to protect' or 'to guard'. The usage has evolved to refer to a guardian or protector figure in various cultural contexts.

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