갈대
A tall, slender-leaved plant of the grass family, which grows in water or on marshy ground, or the material made from its stalks, often used for thatching or weaving.
예문:
"The wetland area was covered with dense clumps of tall reeds swaying in the breeze."
"Historically, dried reeds were often used as a cheap and effective material for thatching roofs."
"We watched the herons nesting among the reeds near the riverbank."
리드
A small, thin piece of cane or metal that vibrates when air is blown across it, used to produce sound in certain musical instruments like clarinets, saxophones, or harmonicas.
예문:
"A clarinet player must regularly replace their reeds as they wear out quickly."
"The saxophone's tone quality depends heavily on the hardness and cut of the reed used."
"Organ pipes that use a vibrating metal strip are known as reed stops."
약한사람
A person who is weak, easily influenced, or lacking in firm character; often used in the phrase 'a reed in the wind'.
예문:
"Despite his powerful position, the manager proved to be a mere reed in the face of corporate pressure."
"The famous quote states that man is a thinking reed, emphasizing human fragility and intellect."