Korean

퇴근

퇴근
Meaning: leaving work; clocking out
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

I leave work on time.
퇴근 후에 친구와 종로에서 저녁을 먹었다.
After work, I ate dinner with a friend in Jongno.
퇴근 시간에는 지하철이 사람들로 붐빈다.
During rush hour, the subway is crowded with people.
나는 퇴근 후에 좋아하는 티브이 프로그램을 본다.
After work, I watch my favorite TV program.
퇴근 시간이라 고속도로의 교통 체증이 심하다.
The traffic congestion on the highway is severe because it's rush hour.
나는 퇴근 후 귀갓길에 친구를 만났다.
I met a friend on my way home after work.
퇴근 후에 동료와 함께 맥주 한잔 했다.
I had a glass of beer with my colleague after work.
퇴근 후에 동료들과 한잔했어요.
I had a drink with my colleagues after work.
상사의 눈치를 보느라 퇴근을 못 하고 있다.
I can't leave work because I'm watching my boss's reaction.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of finishing work and going home from the workplace.

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