면학이 · 면학을
diligent study, studying hard
Example
도서관에서는 조용한 면학 분위기를 지켜야 합니다.
You have to keep a quiet study atmosphere in the library.
Word parts
면 strive+학 study
Literally 'striving at study'.
Good to know
Mostly used in the set phrase 면학 분위기, 'an atmosphere for studying'.
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