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-면

"-myeon (if / when)"

Korean word for -myeon (if / when)

Conjunctions

Conjunctions and connective endings

Pronunciation Guide

-면[myeon]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"

English Translation

-myeon (if / when)

Meaning & Usage

A conditional connective ending meaning 'if' or 'when.' Use '-으면' after consonants and '-면' after vowels. Beyond simple conditionals, it extends to wishes (-면 좋겠다 = 'I wish') and habitual actions.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Particles are essential in Korean. They attach to nouns to show grammatical relationships.
  • 💡Conjunctions and connective endings
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
Make a sentence using "-면".
Intermediate
The role of "-면" is important in this sentence.
Advanced
Correct use of "-면" is key to connecting sentences.
Master
Understanding the subtle differences of "-면" enables logical Korean expression.
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