Korean

Meaning: soon, right away, namely
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

The train will arrive soon.
그 소식은 곧 조정에까지 전해졌다.
The news was soon delivered even to the royal court.
올해의 선수 순위가 곧 발표될 예정입니다.
This year's player rankings will be announced soon.
대학교 총장 선거가 곧 시작될 예정이다.
The university president election is scheduled to begin soon.
우리 회사는 곧 신제품을 출시할 예정이다.
Our company plans to launch a new product soon.
이 도로는 곧은 직선으로 뻗어 있다.
This road extends in a straight line.
그의 거짓말은 곧 탄로가 났다.
His lie was soon exposed.
사건의 진실이 곧 밝혀질 것이다.
The truth of the incident will soon be revealed.

Usage Notes

Indicates that something will happen in the near future without much delay. Can also be used to mean 'in other words' or 'that is to say'.

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