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점심때

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Understanding '점심때'

'점심때' means 'lunchtime' and refers to the period around midday when people usually eat lunch. It is a common time expression used in daily conversation to specify when something happens.

Usage in Sentences

You can use '점심때' to talk about activities or events that occur during lunch hours, such as eating, meeting friends, or describing busy times at restaurants.

Common Collocations

  • 점심때 먹다: to eat at lunchtime
  • 점심때 만나다: to meet someone at lunchtime
  • 점심때 식당: restaurant during lunchtime

These collocations help you talk naturally about lunch-related activities.

Register and Politeness

'점심때' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change.

Learner Tip

Don't confuse '점심때' with '점심' alone. '점심' means 'lunch' (the meal), while '점심때' emphasizes the time period around lunch. Using '때' (time) clarifies you are referring to the time rather than just the meal.

Example Sentences

점심때는 보통 회사 근처 식당에서 먹어요.

Jeomsimttae neun botong hoesa geuncheo sikdangeseo meogeoyo.

I usually eat at a restaurant near the office during lunchtime.

점심때 친구와 만나서 영화를 봤어요.

Jeomsimttae chinguwa mannaseo yeonghwareul bwasseoyo.

I met a friend at lunchtime and watched a movie.

점심때는 사람들이 많아서 식당이 항상 붐벼요.

Jeomsimttae neun saramdeuri manhaseo sikdangi hangsang bumbwoyeo.

There are many people at lunchtime, so the restaurant is always crowded.