No. 9,090 in Korean
거라면서
"거라면서" combines "(것이라고 하면서)" and can mean "saying that it is" or "while claiming that it is."
In a sentence
그는 집에 가는 거라면서 내가 따라오라고 했어.
He said he was going home and told me to follow.
The word '거라면서' is used to report what someone is doing and involves a simultaneous implication or suggestion towards the listener.
우리가 팀으로 일해야 하는 거라면서 협업의 중요성을 설명했어요.
He explained the importance of collaboration, saying that we need to work as a team.
Here, '거라면서' reflects a premise or action with an elaboration or justification provided along with it.
그녀는 이 책이 도움이 될 거라면서 추천했어요.
She recommended this book, saying it would be helpful.
The word '거라면서' is used here to present a recommendation based on an opinion or expected outcome.
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