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TOPIK 3noun

대리

daeri

대리가 · 대리를

assistant manager; proxy, deputy

Example

김 대리님이 이번 프로젝트를 맡고 있어요.

Assistant Manager Kim is in charge of this project.

Word parts

대 substitute리 manage

Literally 'manage on behalf of' — originally a deputy role.

Good to know

대리운전 is a popular service where a driver takes you and your car home after drinking.