편법이 · 편법을
expedient, shortcut, workaround (often improper)
Example
그는 편법을 써서 세금을 줄이려고 했어요.
He tried to reduce his taxes by using a shady workaround.
Word parts
편 convenient+법 method
Literally 'convenient method': an easy way around proper procedure.
Good to know
Usually negative: 편법을 쓰다 'to use a shortcut' implies bending the rules.
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