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-기는 한데

it is ~, but (then again)

Attaches to a verb or adjective stem, like -기는 하지만, to concede a point before adding a contrasting remark; -는데 keeps the tone softer, conversational, often trailing off.

Examples

  • 맛있기는 한데 좀 매운 것 같아요.

    It's tasty, but it seems a bit spicy.

  • 가격이 싸기는 한데 품질이 걱정돼요.

    It's cheap, but I'm worried about the quality.

  • 집이 넓기는 한데 회사에서 너무 멀어요.

    The house is spacious, but it's too far from work.

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Quick check

  1. 1. What does ‘-기는 한데’ mean?

  2. 2. Which form means “it is ~, but (then again)”?