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TOPIK 6noun

쾌락주의

kwaerakjuui [쾌락쭈이]

쾌락주의가 · 쾌락주의를

hedonism

Example

쾌락주의는 즐거움을 삶의 최고 가치로 봅니다.

Hedonism sees pleasure as the highest value in life.

Word parts

쾌 pleasant락 joy주 main의 doctrine

Literally 'pleasant-joy-ism'.

Good to know

쾌락 often has a sensual or indulgent ring, so use 즐거움 for everyday 'fun' or 'enjoyment'.