Korean

그냥

그냥
Meaning: just, without any particular reason
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

I was just at home.
사찰의 샘물은 매우 결정하여 그냥 마셔도 된다.
The temple's spring water is so pure that you can drink it as is.
어차피 늦었으니, 그냥 걸어가자.
Since we're late anyway, let's just walk.
그냥 나를 좀 내버려둬.
Just leave me alone for a bit.
요즘 어떻게 지내세요? 그냥 그런대로 지내요.
How are you these days? I'm getting by somehow.
쓰지 않는 물건을 방에 그냥 버려두면 안 된다.
You shouldn't just leave things you don't use in your room.
그건 정당한 비판이 아니라 그냥 억까일 뿐이다.
That's not legitimate criticism, it's just forced flak.

Usage Notes

Used when there is no special reason or purpose for an action.

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