-(으)면서
while (simultaneously)
TOPIK 2Shows two actions happening at once by one subject: 'while'.
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코스피 지수가 8% 이상 내려가면서 그의 투자 자산이 크게 줄어들었기 때문입니다.
Because the KOSPI index fell by more than 8%, his investment assets decreased significantly.
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이 부대는 적에게 사이버 공격을 하면서 동시에 아군의 네트워크를 보호하고, 적의 통신을 마비시키며, 무기 체계를 교란할 수 있습니다.
This unit can simultaneously carry out cyber attacks on the enemy while protecting friendly networks, paralyzing enemy communications, and disrupting weapons systems.
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대신 인공지능 기술이 발전하면서 로봇 산업이 미래에 더 커질 것이라고 생각하는 투자자들이 로봇주로 옮겨가고 있는 것입니다.
Instead, as AI technology advances, investors who think the robot industry will grow more in the future are moving into robot stocks.
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이 유튜버들은 중국 여행 브이로그를 만들면서 '중국 브이로그 열풍'을 일으키고 있어요.
These YouTubers are creating Chinese travel vlogs while sparking a 'Chinese vlog craze'.
Why Millions of Koreans Love China → -
한국의 노인 인구가 빠르게 증가하면서 연금 지출 문제가 심각해지고 있습니다.
As South Korea's elderly population rapidly increases, the pension expenditure problem is becoming serious.
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최근 제철 음식인 '쭈쫀쿠(jjujjunkku)'와 '알주꾸미'가 큰 인기를 끌면서 식당에서 이를 즐기기 위해 긴 대기 줄이 생기고 있다.
Recently, as seasonal foods 'Jjujjunkku' and 'Aljukkumi' are gaining great popularity, long waiting lines are forming at restaurants to enjoy them.
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그는 "7년 못 만났으면 만나서 청첩장을 주든가, 오랜만에 밥이라도 먹으면서 '나 결혼한다'고 얘기하는 게 예의"라고 말했다.
He said, "If you haven't met in 7 years, you should either meet and give the invitation in person, or eat together after a long time and say 'I'm getting married' — that's proper etiquette."
Actor Speaks Out on Wedding Gifts → -
이렇게 천천히 움직이면서 운동을 하면 허리, 다리, 복부 등 전신 근육을 강화할 수 있습니다.
If you exercise by moving slowly like this, you can strengthen the muscles throughout your body, including your waist, legs, and abdomen.
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이 현상은 특히 젊은이들 사이에서 새로운 음식 유행이 생기면서 더욱 두드러지고 있습니다.
This phenomenon is becoming even more prominent, especially as new food trends emerge among young people.
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시간이 지나면서 그곳이 자신의 집처럼 편해졌다고 이야기했습니다.
He said that as time passed, that place became as comfortable as his own home.
Celebrity Retirement Interview Article →
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Articles that use -(으)면서 in context — open one to read it in full.
- Economy & Stocks Intermediate Stock Market Crashes and Investment Fears
- World Intermediate US Military Strategy in Asia
- Economy & Stocks Intermediate Foreign Investors' Robot Stock Boom Strategy
- World Intermediate Why Millions of Koreans Love China
- Society Intermediate Korea's Aging Society and Pension Reform
- Society Beginner The Craze of 'Jjujjunku' Dishes
- Society Beginner Actor Speaks Out on Wedding Gifts
- Society Beginner Whole-Body Exercises with Just a Chair
- Society Intermediate Korean Food Trends and Queuing Culture
- Entertainment Intermediate Celebrity Retirement Interview Article
- Entertainment Intermediate Actress Shim Eun-kyung on Her Transformative Role
- Society Beginner Reducing Blood Sugar with Delicious Bread and Rice
- Society Beginner Young Courier Saves Millions Through Dedication
- Politics Beginner Trump and Lee Discuss Korea-US Relations
- Society Beginner Outrage Over Exorbitant Seafood Prices in Busan
- Society Intermediate Military Assault and Attempted Sexual Assault
- Entertainment Beginner Remembering Actor Song Yeong-gyu's Life and Legacy
- Entertainment Beginner Vogue Editor Anna Wintour Retires After 37 Years
- Society Beginner Severe Allergic Reaction Leads to Facial Redness
- Economy & Stocks Intermediate The Rise of Korean Eyewear as a Fashion Trend