못난이

1. 본문

"못난이" (motnani) is a Korean word that generally translates to "ugly person" or "fool." It can also refer to someone who lacks confidence.

Here's a breakdown of its meaning and usage:

• General meaning: An ugly-looking or foolish person.
• Figurative meaning: It can also describe a person who is not confident or who displays their weaknesses.
• Usage examples:
• 못난이 얼굴 (motnani eolgul): Ugly face.
• 못난이 인형 (motnani inhyeong): Ugly doll.
• "He is called 못난이 among his friends because his face is so ugly."

• "못난이" can also modify other words: In the case of "못난이 김밥" (motnani gimbap), it means "ugly kimbap," referring to a kimbap roll that isn't neatly rolled.

• "Ugly dolls": "못난이 삼형제 인형" were developed by the Japanese toy manufacturer Iwai in 1968.

• "못난이 농산물": Means "ugly produce".