Korean

일상
Meaning: daily life; routine
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

日
常

Example sentences

She was tired of the daily routine repeating every day.
이 표현은 일상 대화에서 자주 쓰여요.
This expression is often used in daily conversation.
현대인들은 바쁜 일상을 보낸다.
Modern people lead busy daily lives.
똑같은 일상이 반복되니 이제 식상이 난다.
Since the same daily routine repeats, I'm getting fed up.
매일 쳇바퀴 도는 듯한 일상에 지쳤다.
I'm tired of the daily routine that feels like a hamster wheel.
여행은 일상에 새로운 활력을 불어넣어 준다.
Travel breathes new vitality into daily life.
매일 똑같은 일상이 지긋지긋하다.
I'm sick of the same daily routine every day.
그는 매일 똑같은 일상에 싫증을 느끼고 있었다.
He was feeling weary of the same daily routine every day.
그는 바쁜 일상에서 벗어나 숲에서 마음의 안식을 찾았다.
He escaped his busy daily life and found peace of mind in the forest.
반복되는 일상이 문득 싫어질 때가 있다.
There are times when I suddenly grow to dislike my repetitive daily routine.

Usage Notes

Refers to the ordinary, day-to-day life and activities.

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