Korean

금세

금세
Meaning: quickly, soon, in no time
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

The baby burst into tears and then quickly fell asleep.
그는 분위기가 이상하다는 것을 금세 알아차렸다.
He quickly noticed that the atmosphere was strange.
햇볕에 아이스크림이 금세 녹아내렸다.
The ice cream melted down quickly in the sun.
친구는 사소한 말에도 금세 토라졌다.
My friend sulked right away even over a small remark.
그는 앞서 가던 선수를 금세 따라잡았다.
He quickly caught up with the runner who was ahead.

Usage Notes

An adverb meaning 'right away' or 'very soon'. It is a contraction of '금시에' (geumsie).

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