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시절

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '시절' refers to a particular period or season in time, often used to talk about past times or specific phases in life. It is commonly used to evoke nostalgia or to specify a certain era.

Common Contexts

'시절' is frequently used when reminiscing about childhood, youth, or past experiences. It can also describe historical periods or times when certain conditions were true.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '어릴 적 시절' (childhood days): used to talk about one's early years.
  • '그 시절' (those days): refers to a specific past time, often nostalgic.
  • '시절 인연' (relationships from that time): emphasizes bonds formed during a particular period.

Register and Nuance

'시절' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It often carries a sentimental or reflective tone when referring to past times.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '시절' with '시기' (period/time) or '계절' (season). Remember, '시절' often implies a personal or historical time frame, not just a general season or timing.

Example Sentences

어릴 적 시절이 그리워요.

Eoril jeok sijeori geuriwoyo.

I miss the days when I was a child.

그 시절에는 인터넷이 없었어요.

Geu sijeoleneun inteonesi eopseosseoyo.

There was no internet in those days.

시절 인연을 소중히 생각해야 해요.

Sijeol inyeoneul sojunghi saenggakhaeya haeyo.

You should cherish the relationships from that time.