동안
Meaning: during; for (duration)
What does 동안 mean?
동안 [dongan] is a noun meaning "during; for (duration)". It is rated A1 on the CEFR scale, which means absolute beginner — among the first 500 words you should learn. This word appears across 1 Lexibeom card pack, making it a high-utility vocabulary item for everyday Korean.
Example Sentences (1)
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How to Use 동안 in Conversation
As a noun, 동안 can be the subject (with 이/가 particle) or object (with 을/를) of a sentence. Korean nouns do not change form for number or gender, so the same word covers singular and plural. Pay attention to the particle that follows — it shifts the entire meaning of the sentence.
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