意思
To indicate a degree or quantity that is equal to something else.
练习题库
3 练习저는 형 ____ 키가 커요.
이 책은 제 월급 ____ 비싸요.
그는 한국 사람 ____ 김치를 잘 먹어요.
🎉 得分： /3
The etymology of '~만큼' stems from the combination of the noun '만' (man), meaning 'only' or 'just', and the suffix '큼' (keum), which is derived from the noun '크다' (keuda), meaning 'to be big' or 'to be large'. Initially, '만' emphasized exclusivity or limitation. Over time, when combined with '큼', it evolved to express a sense of equality, proportion, or a degree that matches a preceding element. The original meaning of '크다' (big) in '큼' contributes to the idea of a measurable extent or amount. This construction became grammaticalized to function as a postposition, indicating a comparative degree or a proportionate relationship. Its usage expanded to include expressing reasons or causes, where the preceding clause provides a basis or justification for the following one, similar to 'as much as' or 'inasmuch as' in English. Historically, similar constructions can be found in older Korean texts, showing the gradual development of this postposition from more literal noun-suffix combinations to its current grammatical function. The phonetic evolution also played a role in standardizing its form and usage.
