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TOPIK 6noun

회절

hoejeol

회절이 · 회절을

diffraction

Example

소리는 회절 때문에 벽 뒤에서도 들립니다.

Because of diffraction, sound can be heard even behind a wall.

Word parts

회 turn절 bend

Literally 'turn and bend' — a wave bending around an obstacle.