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TOPIK 5noun

의리

uiri

의리가 · 의리를

loyalty, faithfulness (to friends)

Example

그 친구는 의리가 있어서 어려울 때 꼭 도와줘요.

That friend is loyal, so he always helps when things are tough.

Word parts

의 righteousness리 principle

Literally 'principles of righteousness' between people.

Good to know

의리 is a prized value in Korean friendships: sticking by someone through hard times.