Korean

열심히
Meaning: diligently; hard; eagerly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

그는 열심히 공부하고 있다.
He is studying diligently.
그는 열심히 공부해서 상을 받았어요.
He studied hard and received an award.
그는 그 땅의 시작으로서 열심히 일했다
He worked hard as the tenant farmer of that land.
내 동생은 육 개월 동안 한국어를 열심히 공부했다.
My younger sibling studied Korean hard for six months.
저는 요즘 영어 공부를 열심히 하고 있습니다.
I am studying English hard these days.

Usage Notes

Indicates putting one's utmost effort or sincerity into something. Often used with verbs like 'study', 'work', or 'teach'.

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