Korean

지만

지만
Meaning: but; although
Part of Speech: Suffix

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Example sentences

The weather is cold, but I feel good.
그녀는 십 대지만 매우 성숙해 보였다.
Even though she was a teenager, she looked very mature.
임시로 만든 계획이지만, 잘 될 것 같다.
It's a temporary plan, but I think it will work out well.
이 문제는 다소 복잡하지만 해결할 수 있습니다.
This problem is a bit complicated, but it can be solved.
인생은 때로 힘들지만, 아름다운 순간도 많다.
Life is sometimes hard, but there are many beautiful moments.
사고가 났지만 다행히 아무도 다치지 않았다.
There was an accident, but fortunately, no one was hurt.
아직 어린 아이지만 그림 실력이 제법 뛰어나다.
Although she's still a young child, her drawing skills are quite outstanding.
실례지만 성씨가 어떻게 되십니까?
Excuse me, but what is your surname?
실례지만, 소금 좀 건네주시겠어요?
Excuse me, but could you please pass the salt?
그는 하긴 열심히 공부하지만 결과가 좋지 않았다.
Indeed, he studied hard, but the results weren't good.

Usage Notes

Used to connect two clauses where the second clause contrasts with the first.

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