Korean

조금

조금
Meaning: a little, a bit
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

소금을 조금만 넣어 주세요.
Please add just a little salt.
조금만 더 주세요.
Please give me a little more.
가격을 조금만 감해 주세요.
Please reduce the price a little.
목소리 톤을 조금만 낮춰 주세요.
Please lower your voice tone a little.
그는 다리를 다쳐서 조금 절었다.
He limped slightly because he hurt his leg.

Usage Notes

Used as a noun or adverb to indicate a small amount or a short time. '좀' is a common abbreviation.

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