Korean

임시
Meaning: temporary; provisional; impromptu
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

임시로 만든 계획이지만, 잘 될 것 같다.
It's a temporary plan, but I think it will work out well.
탐사대는 해안 근처에 임시 기지를 세웠다.
The expedition team set up a temporary base near the coast.
채권자는 법원에 가압류를 신청해 채무자의 재산을 임시로 묶었다.
The creditor applied to the court for a provisional attachment and temporarily froze the debtor's assets.
그는 새 집을 찾을 때까지 임시 거소에 있었다.
He stayed at a temporary residence until he found a new home.
헌법은 임시 정부의 법통을 계승한다고 명시하고 있다.
The constitution states that it inherits the legal tradition of the provisional government.

Usage Notes

Refers to something done or arranged for a short period, not permanently.

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