한 쌍

1. 본문

"한 쌍" in Korean translates to "a pair" in English. It refers to two items that are meant to be together. Here's a breakdown of its meaning and usage:

• Basic Meaning: "한 쌍" (han ssang) means "a pair". It signifies two matching or corresponding items.
• Counting Unit: It is used as a counting unit, like how you'd say "a pair of shoes."

• 켤레 (kyeolle): This word is used for counting pairs of items like socks, shoes, and gloves. For example, "구두 한 켤레" (gudu han kyeolle) means "a pair of shoes."
• 쌍 (ssang): Refers to a couple of people or animal. Could be used rarely for inaminate objects. For example: "남녀 한쌍" (namnyeo hanssang) means "a couple (man and woman)."
• 짝 (jjak): Refers to one of a pair. For instance, "젓가락 한 짝" (jeotgarak han jjak) means "one chopstick (of a pair)."