나비
A nectar-feeding insect with two pairs of large, typically brightly colored wings that are covered with microscopic scales.
예문:
"The monarch butterfly migrates thousands of miles every year."
"We watched a bright yellow butterfly fluttering among the flowers in the garden."
"The life cycle of a butterfly includes four stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult."
버터플라이, 접영
A swimming stroke in which both arms are raised out of the water and lifted forwards together, followed by a dolphin kick.
예문:
"Mastering the butterfly stroke requires significant core strength and coordination."
"She set a new personal best time in the 100-meter butterfly event."
변덕스러운 사람, 쾌락주의자
A showy, frivolous, or highly sociable person who moves frequently from one social group or activity to another. (Often used in the phrase 'social butterfly').
예문:
"He is a social butterfly, always flitting between parties and never settling down with one group."
"Despite her reputation as a butterfly, she proved to be a dedicated and serious employee."
불안한 마음, 가슴설렘
A fluttering and nauseous sensation felt in the stomach when one is nervous or excited. (Usually used in the plural: 'butterflies in the stomach').
예문:
"Before the big presentation, I had terrible butterflies in my stomach."
"The moment she stepped onto the stage, the butterflies vanished, replaced by confidence."
나비 날개 모양으로 가르다
To cut a piece of meat, fish, or poultry almost entirely in half and spread it open so that it resembles the wings of a butterfly.
예문:
"The chef carefully butterflied the chicken breast before grilling it."
"You should butterfly the shrimp to ensure they cook evenly and quickly."
나비 날개 모양으로 벌린
Having a shape that resembles the spread wings of a butterfly, often referring to a cut of food or a mechanical component.
예문:
"We ordered the butterfly pork chops, which were thin and cooked perfectly."
"The mechanism uses a butterfly valve to regulate the flow of air."