while in Korean
while in Korean is 한참, 기간, 동안 — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in Korean
한참
Pronounced: hancham
uncertain duration of time, a period of time
기간
Pronounced: gigan
uncertain duration of time, a period of time
동안
Pronounced: dong'an
uncertain duration of time, a period of time
What does "while" mean?
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noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
"We waited a while before the doctor called us in."
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conj During the same time that something else happens.
"She read a book while waiting for the bus."
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conj Used to introduce a contrast, similar to "whereas" or "although".
"While I agree with most of the plan, I still have concerns about the budget."
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while in a sentence
- We waited a while before the doctor called us in.
- It's been a while since I last saw her.
- She read a book while waiting for the bus.
- While you were out, a delivery arrived.
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What is "while" in Korean?
"while" in Korean is 한참, 기간, 동안. while means: A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
How do you pronounce 한참?
"while" in Korean is 한참, pronounced "hancham".
How do you use "while" in a sentence?
Example: "We waited a while before the doctor called us in." In Korean, "while" is 한참, 기간, 동안.
Are there other ways to say "while" in Korean?
Yes — Korean has 3 translations listed for "while": 한참, 기간, 동안.
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