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Korean

Meaning: well, skillfully, often
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

그녀는 노래를 아주 잘 불러요.
She sings songs very well.
그 배우의 분은 노인 역에 잘 어울렸습니다.
The actor’s appearance suited the role of an old man.
포도주는 스테이크와 잘 어울린다.
Wine goes well with steak.
나무가 잘 자라도록 거름을 주었다.
I gave fertilizer so that the tree would grow well.
그 소설은 1970년대의 어두운 세상을 잘 보여 준다.
That novel vividly depicts the dark aspects of society in the 1970s.

Usage Notes

A common adverb that means 'well' or 'skillfully'. It can also mean 'often' or 'frequently', as in '잘 웃다' (to laugh often).

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