Korean

이라고

이라고
Meaning: called; saying that
Part of Speech: Particle

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Example sentences

그는 나에게 ‘안녕’이라고 인사를 건넸다.
He greeted me saying 'Hello'.
그는 외국에서 태어났지만 스스로를 한국인이라고 생각한다.
He was born abroad but considers himself Korean.
의사들은 그의 회복을 기적이라고 불렀다.
The doctors called his recovery a miracle.
기상청에 따르면 내일 전국적으로 많은 비가 내릴 것이라고 합니다.
According to the Meteorological Administration, it is said that there will be a lot of rain across the country tomorrow.
그의 태도만 보고 그를 무뚝뚝한 사람이라고 단정하기는 어렵다.
It is difficult to conclude that he is a blunt person just by looking at his attitude.

Usage Notes

A particle used to indicate a direct quotation or to define something.

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