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V+(이)거니

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As Well As, Not Only ... But Also Past acknowledgement Repetition or Alternation

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As Well As, Not Only ... But Also

not only .... but also, as well as

Not only the first clause is true, but the second clause is also true.

Example

그는 친절하거니와 지혜로워요.

He is not only kind but also wise.
날씨가 춥거니와 바람도 많이 불어요.

The weather is not only cold but also very windy.
이 음식은 맛있거니와 가격도 저렴해요.

This food is not only delicious but also affordable.
그녀는 학생이거니와 작가입니다.

She is not only a student, but also a writer.

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Past acknowledgement

indeed, yes, that is true

Used to affirm or emphasize a past event or truth before stressing the following statement.

Example

내가 잘못했거니 후회가 남았어요.

Yes, I was wrong, and I have regrets about it.
그녀가 바빴거니 더 이상 기다리지 않았어요.

Yes, she was busy, so I didn’t wait any longer.

3.

Repetition or Alternation

Indicate repetitive or alternating actions.

Example

사람들이 모임에 오거니 가거니 합니다.

People come and go to the gathering.

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