본령이 · 본령을
essence, proper function, true domain
Example
권력을 감시하는 것이 언론의 본령입니다.
Watching over power is the true mission of the press.
Word parts
본 root, true+령 domain
Literally 'true domain'.
Good to know
Pronounced [볼령] — ㄴ becomes ㄹ before ㄹ.
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