1. Introduction to the text
This article discusses the Korean baseball team Hanwha Eagles and their owner Kim Seung-yeon’s actions after the team’s runner-up finish in the Korean Series. It highlights Kim’s support for the team and his gifts to the players.
2. Vocabulary
| Korean Word | Romanization | English Meaning | Contextual Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 구단주 | gudanju | team owner | Kim Seung-yeon, the owner of the Hanwha Eagles team |
| 한국시리즈 | hanguksiriju | Korean Series (championship series) | The Hanwha Eagles competed in the Korean Series |
| 끝까지 | kkeutkkaji | until the end | The team played with determination until the end of the Korean Series |
| 준우승 | junuseung | runner-up | The Hanwha Eagles finished as the runner-up in the Korean Series |
| 아이폰17 | aipeun17 | iPhone 17 | Kim Seung-yeon gifted the iPhone 17 to the team captain |
| 시즌 | sijeun | season | The Hanwha Eagles had a successful season, reaching the Korean Series |
| 투혼 | tuhon | fighting spirit | The team showed their fighting spirit until the end of the Korean Series |
| 열정 | yeoljeong | passion | The orange color symbolizes the passion of the Hanwha Eagles and their fans |
| 감동 | gamdong | moving, touching | The team’s performance in the playoffs provided a touching experience for the fans |
| 기쁨 | gipeum | joy | Kim Seung-yeon shared the joy of the team’s 1999 championship win with the players |
3. The main text in both Korean and English
“다음에 더 높이 비상”…김승연 회장, 이글스 준우승에 아이폰17 쐈다
“Next time, we’ll soar even higher”… Chairman Kim Seung-yeon gifted the iPhone 17 to the Eagles after their runner-up finish.
김승연 회장은 한화이글스의 40년 팬이자 구단주로, 이번 시즌 팀의 선전을 기쁘게 여기며 다양한 지원을 아끼지 않았다. 한국시리즈에서 아쉽게 준우승을 차지했지만, 김 회장은 선수단을 격려하고 팬들에게 감사의 마음을 전했다.
Kim Seung-yeon, the owner of the Hanwha Eagles, has been a devoted fan of the team for 40 years. He was pleased with the team’s performance this season and provided them with various forms of support. While the team finished as runners-up in the Korean Series, Kim encouraged the players and expressed his gratitude to the fans.
지난달 31일, 김 회장은 팀 주장 채은성 선수에게 최신 아이폰17 모델을 선물했다. 오렌지색 휴대전화는 한화이글스의 열정과 팬들의 응원을 상징하는 ‘이글스 시그니처 색’으로 자리 잡았다.
On October 31st, Kim gifted the latest iPhone 17 model to the team captain, Chae Eun-seong. The orange-colored phone has become the “Eagles’ signature color,” representing the team’s passion and the fans’ support.
플레이오프에서 승리를 이어가며 팬들에게 감동을 선사했던 한화이글스는 한국시리즈에서도 끝까지 포기하지 않는 투혼을 발휘했다. 비록 우승은 하지 못했지만, 김 회장은 선수단의 노력을 높이 평가하며 “다음에 더 높이 비상”하기를 기대했다.
The Hanwha Eagles continued their winning streak in the playoffs, providing a touching experience for the fans. They also displayed unwavering determination throughout the Korean Series. Although they were unable to win the championship, Kim highly praised the players’ efforts and expressed his hope that they will “soar even higher next time.”
김 회장은 1999년 한국시리즈 우승 당시에도 선수단과 함께 눈물을 흘리며 기쁨을 나눴다. 가을야구 기간 동안 팬 감사와 선수단 선전을 기원하는 다양한 이벤트를 마련하는 등 구단주로서의 역할을 충실히 수행해왔다.
In 1999, when the Hanwha Eagles won the Korean Series, Kim shared the joy with the players, shedding tears together. Throughout the fall baseball season, he has diligently fulfilled his role as the team owner, organizing various events to express gratitude to the fans and wish for the players’ success.
비록 이번 시즌 한국시리즈에서 아쉽게 준우승에 그쳤지만, 김 회장의 변함없는 열정과 지원으로 인해 팬들의 사랑과 응원은 계속될 것으로 보인다.
Although the Hanwha Eagles fell short of the championship in this season’s Korean Series, Kim’s unwavering passion and support are likely to ensure the continued love and support of the team’s fans.
4. Reading comprehension questions
- Who is the owner of the Hanwha Eagles team?
- What achievement did the Hanwha Eagles accomplish in the recent season?
- What gift did the team owner, Kim Seung-yeon, give to the team captain?
- How did the Hanwha Eagles perform in the playoffs and Korean Series?
- What is the significance of the orange color for the Hanwha Eagles?
5. Cultural and historical notes
The Hanwha Eagles are a professional baseball team in South Korea with a long history. Their owner, Kim Seung-yeon, has been a devoted fan of the team for 40 years and has played a significant role in supporting the team’s success, both financially and emotionally. The team’s performance in the recent season, reaching the Korean Series, and the owner’s actions to recognize and motivate the players reflect the strong bond between the team, its owner, and the passionate fan base in Korean baseball culture.