Korean

잦다

잦다
Meaning: to be frequent
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

이 지역은 교통사고가 잦다.
This area has frequent traffic accidents.
관광객들의 무분별한 행동으로 귀중한 문화재가 훼손되는 일이 잦다.
Precious cultural heritages are frequently damaged due to the reckless behavior of tourists.
고려 시대에는 여진족과의 갈등이 잦았다.
During the Goryeo period, conflicts with the Jurchen people were frequent.
이번 달에는 외식이 잦아서 식비가 평소보다 많이 들었다.
Because eating out was frequent this month, food expenses were much higher than usual.
바빠서 끼니를 거르는 일이 잦다.
I often skip meals because I'm busy.

Usage Notes

Used as an adjective to describe something that happens often or in short intervals. It can also be a verb meaning 'to subside' or 'to boil down'.

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