Korean

Meaning: I, me (humble); that (over there); interjection for hesitation
Part of Speech: Noun, Interjection, Pronoun

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Example sentences

I am going to meet a friend tomorrow.
저는 야채를 안 좋아해요.
I don't like vegetables.
저는 그 경기에서 졌지만, 많은 것을 배웠습니다.
I lost the match, but I learned a lot.
저는 내일 학교에 갑니다.
I am going to school tomorrow.
저는 해외 봉사 활동에 지원하기로 결심했습니다.
I have decided to apply for overseas volunteer work.
저는 수영을 못해요.
I can't swim.
저는 남이 아니에요.
I'm not a stranger.
저는 과일 중에서 특히 사과를 좋아해요.
I like fruits, especially apples.
저는 자동차 보험이 있어요.
I have car insurance.
저는 한국에 처음 왔어요.
I came to Korea for the first time.

Usage Notes

「저」 is the humble form of 'I', used when speaking to someone older or of higher status. It also functions as a demonstrative for something far from both the speaker and listener, or as a filler word like 'um' or 'well'.

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