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Korean

천천히

천천히
Meaning: slowly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

급할수록 천천히 가라는 말이 있잖아요.
They say that the more you rush, the slower you should go.
마부는 말의 비를 단단히 잡고 좁은 길을 천천히 지나갔습니다.
The driver gripped the horse’s reins firmly and slowly set off along a narrow road.
연주자는 한 곡의 결에서 손을 천천히 내렸다.
At the end of the piece, the performer slowly lowered their hands.
치과 의사는 음식을 천천히 저작하는 습관이 소화에 도움이 된다고 설명했다.
The dentist explained that chewing food slowly helps digestion.
바퀴가 천천히 돌아간다.
The wheel turns slowly.

Usage Notes

A common adverb used to describe a slow pace or action.

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