Korean

동료
Meaning: colleague; coworker
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

직장 동료들과 함께 저녁 식사를 했다.
I had dinner with my colleagues.
아픈 동료를 위해 팀장은 접수 업무의 대로를 자청했다.
For a sick colleague, the team leader volunteered to handle the registration work on their behalf.
나는 동료들과 함께 새로운 프로젝트를 진행하고 있다.
I am working on a new project with my colleagues.
회사 동료들과 함께 점심을 먹으러 갔다.
I went to have lunch with my colleagues.
그는 결근한 동료의 일을 맡아 처리한 뒤 체당금을 받았다.
He received compensation after taking over and finishing an absent coworker's work.

Usage Notes

Refers to a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business.

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