What is another word for kumiho?

Pronunciation: [kjuːmˈɪhə͡ʊ] (IPA)

Kumiho is a Korean term for a mythical creature that resembles a fox and possesses supernatural powers. The word 'Kumiho' is also commonly spelled as 'Gumiho.' Some synonyms for Kumiho are 'Nine-tailed Fox,' 'Myeongnan,' and 'Gulwi.' In East Asian folklore, the nine-tailed fox is often depicted as a mystical creature that can shape-shift and possesses otherworldly abilities like curing diseases, creating illusions, and cursing people. Myeongnan is a Korean word that translates to a supernatural creature. It is often used to refer to the nine-tailed fox in Korean mythology. Gulwi is another Korean term that refers to a supernatural fox that is believed to bring bad luck and misfortune.

What are the hypernyms for Kumiho?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Related words: Korean kumiho, Korean fox, Korean folklore

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