Korean

한참

한참
Meaning: for a while, for some time
Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

We talked for a good while.
그녀는 너무 놀라서 한참 동안 말문이 막혔다.
She was so surprised that her speech was blocked for a long time.
갑작스러운 소식에 한참 동안 멍하니 서 있었다.
At the sudden news, I stood there blankly for a long time.
부모님은 아들을 외국으로 떠나보내고 나서 한참을 울었다.
The parents cried for a long time after sending their son abroad.
그는 한참 동안 침묵하다가 갑자기 이야기를 뚜벅 꺼냈다.
After being silent for a long time, he suddenly brought up the story.

Usage Notes

Indicates that a considerable amount of time has passed.

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