-고

and (then)

TOPIK 1

Connects clauses or lists actions in sequence: 'and (then)'.

Examples

두 친구는 세계 도박 게임에서 다시 만나고 복수를 하고 싶어요.

The two friends meet again at a world gambling game and want to take revenge.
Japanese Executive Enters Korea's Underground Casino World for Revenge →
하영은 엘리트 검사의 야망과 혼란을 나타냈어요. 그리고 권투 코치 장태하와 함께 살아요.

Ha-young portrayed the ambition and confusion of an elite prosecutor. And she lives together with boxing coach Jang Tae-ha.
Amnesia, Fake Boyfriends, and Second Chances at Love →
그들은 사과하고 5월 18일 묘지를 방문해요.

They apologize and visit the May 18th cemetery.
Starbucks Controversy Ignites High School Baseball Scandal in Korea →
나에겐 할 일이 있고, 살아갈 삶이 있고, 사랑할 친구들이 있다

I have things to do, a life to live, and friends to love.
Ariana Grande's Empowering Self-Acceptance Journey →
진태현과 박시은은 2010년 드라마 '호박꽃 순정'에 출연하며 인연을 맺었고 지난 2015년 결혼했다.

Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun met while appearing in the 2010 drama 'Pumpkin Flower Pure Love' and got married in 2015.
Adopted Daughter's Athletic Achievements Celebrated →
이 물질은 염증을 억제하고 암 예방에 효과적이다.

This substance suppresses inflammation and is effective in preventing cancer.
Inflammation, Nutrients, and Health Benefits →
롤스는 오키나와의 한 해변을 걷다가 한 조개를 집어 들더니 "엄청 예쁘다"라고 말한 뒤 다시 바다로 돌려보냈다.

Rolls was walking on a beach in Okinawa when she picked up a shell and said 'it's really pretty,' then threw it back into the sea.
Influencer Narrowly Avoids Deadly Encounter with Venomous Snail →

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