WORDROW Korean Idioms Idioms linked to “감투01” · Linked dictionary word
감투 (를) The part “를” may be omitted. 쓰다
- Form listed in the dictionary: 감투(를) 쓰다
- 감투를 쓰다
- 감투 쓰다
English rendering gain high office Literal translation: “wear an official’s cap”
Meaning 1
벼슬자리나 높은 지위에 오름을 속되게 이르는 말.
A colloquial expression for attaining an official post or high position.
Dictionary example 1
그는 감투를 쓰더니 권력을 마음대로 휘둘렀다.
Once he gained office, he wielded power at will.
Dictionary example 2
그는 과거에 급제하여 감투를 쓰게 되었다.
He passed the civil service examination and gained an official post.
