Difference between animal and fin in Korean
동물·지느러미
동물animal
An animal (동물) is a living thing like a dog, cat, bird, or elephant. You use this word when talking about pets, zoo animals, or animals in nature. It is a very common word in everyday conversations and beginner Korean books.
How to say animal
지느러미fin
지느러미 means “fin,” the flat body part on fish and some sea animals. It helps the animal swim, turn, and stay balanced in the water. You can use this word when talking about animals like fish, sharks, and dolphins.
How to say finThe difference
동물 means the whole animal, not one body part. A fish is a 동물, and its fin is just one part of its body.
