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Korean

잠시
Meaning: for a moment; for a little while
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

여기서 잠시만 기다려 주세요.
Please wait here for a moment.
화가 나면 잠시 쉬는 것이 좋다.
When you get angry, it's good to take a short break.
전쟁이 끝난 뒤 주민들에게 찾아온 소식은 잠시 숨을 돌릴 여유를 주었습니다.
The respite that came to the residents after the war ended gave them time to catch their breath.
시인의 장소가 달빛 아래에서 길게 울리고, 마당은 잠시 조용했다.
The poet's long whistle rang out under the moonlight, and the courtyard fell quiet for a moment.
구미가 생겨 매운 음식은 잠시 피했습니다.
After an oral sore appeared, I avoided spicy food for a while.

Usage Notes

Indicates a short period of time. Can be used as both a noun and an adverb.

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