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2011년 1월 5일 수요일

12/31 How do Koreans normally celebrate New Year's Eve?

Whereas many Westerners like to party with their friends, Koreans more typically spend New Year's Eve with their families.
* party with: ~와 파티를 열다, 놀다.
ex> I'm really happy to spend this special occasion with you.

There is a big bell in downtown Seoul, which is rung to usher in the new year.
* usher in: ~을 알리다, ~을 안내하다. (welcome)
ex> usher in the new year/era
ex> The internet has ushered in an era of a true global marketplace.

Many Koreans like to look back on the year listening to the bell.
* look back on: ~을 되돌아 보다.
ex> Looking back on the past year is what people do at this time of year..

Koreans also try to get up early on New Year's Day to catch the first sunrise.
* catch the sunrise: 일출을 목격하다.

Koreans like to verbally wish each other well in the New Year.
* wish someone well: ~에게 행운을 빌다.
ex> We usually verbally wish others well in the New Year.

@ The best of luck to you in the New Year. 새해 복 많이 받으세요.

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