Vocabulary

늘

always, habitually

Meaning

Adverb marking a habit or a persistent state over time.

Why this form?

항상 — “always”: very close, often interchangeable; 늘 is particularly natural for everyday habits, without any strict dividing line.

Forms not to confuse

항상

항상 건강하세요. — Always stay healthy.

Examples

내가 늘 맞다는 거잖아. — I’m always right, you know.

그는 늘 일찍 와요. — He always arrives early.

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