Meaning
Extremely quickly, in a very short amount of time.
Cultural Background
Koreans often use this to express how busy their lives are. The 'blink' metaphor is universal because human biology is the same.
Use with speed verbs
It sounds most natural with verbs like '지나가다' (pass) or '끝나다' (finish).
Meaning
Extremely quickly, in a very short amount of time.
Use with speed verbs
It sounds most natural with verbs like '지나가다' (pass) or '끝나다' (finish).
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
시간이 ____ 지나갔다.
The phrase describes speed.
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Practice Bank
1 exercises시간이 ____ 지나갔다.
The phrase describes speed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is only for short, sudden events.
Related Phrases
순식간에
synonymIn an instant
찰나
similarA moment