건 말건

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whether or not, regardless of

Conveys a strong decision that something will happen regardless of the situation in a casual way.

Example

비가 오건 말건 산책은 할 거예요.

Whether it rains or not, I’ll go out for a walk.
사람들이 이해하건 말건 제 생각은 바꾸지 않을 거예요.

Whether people understand or not, I won’t change my opinion.
시험 결과가 좋건 말건 최선을 다한 걸로 만족해요.

Whether the exam results are good or not, I’m satisfied I did my best.
친구가 오건 말건 파티 음식은 준비해 놓을게요.

Whether my friend comes or not, I’ll prepare the party food.
어머니가 허락하건 말건 여행 계획은 진행할 거예요.

Whether my mom approves or not, I’ll proceed with the travel plans.

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