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-다고 할 수 있다

it can be said that ~

Attaches to a clause ending in the quotative -다 to present an opinion or evaluation in a hedged, somewhat objective way; common in essays, discussions, and formal speech.

Examples

  • 그 영화는 올해 최고의 작품이라고 할 수 있다.

    It can be said that this movie is the best work of the year.

  • 규칙적인 운동은 건강의 기본이라고 할 수 있어요.

    It can be said that regular exercise is the foundation of health.

  • 이번 결정은 다소 성급했다고 할 수 있다.

    It can be said that this decision was somewhat hasty.

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Quick check

  1. 1. What does ‘-다고 할 수 있다’ mean?

  2. 2. Which form means “it can be said that ~”?