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TOPIK 6noun

항원

hangwon

항원이 · 항원을

antigen

Example

신속 항원 검사는 결과가 빨리 나와요.

Rapid antigen tests give results quickly.

Word parts

항 resist원 origin

Literally 'what the resistance originates from' — it triggers antibodies.

Good to know

Easy to mix up: 항원 is the invader (antigen), 항체 is your defense (antibody).