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merely

Adverb

  1. 1

    merely

    Only, not others.

    Korean definition: 다른 것이 아니라 오로지.

    • The only person precious to me is merely my mother.

    • Everything was a bother, and I merely wanted to rest a little.

  2. 2

    just

    Only to such an extent.

    Korean definition: 그 정도라도.

    • I just wish I could live with peace of mind, even for a single day.

    • His wish was just to see his daughter's face even once.

  3. 3

    but

    An adverb used at the beginning of a sentence, when it includes an exception or condition different from the content of the preceding sentence.

    Korean definition: 앞에 말한 내용과 다른 조건이나 예외가 있을 때 뒤 문장의 시작 부분에 쓰는 말.

    • I understand that my younger sibling is busy. It's just that I'm hurt he doesn't even call to say hello.

    • I'm generally good at talking with people. But in front of someone I like, I can't say a word.