No. 9,865 in Korean
곳이자
A place that is also.
In a sentence
이 공원은 아름다운 경치를 즐길 수 있는 곳이자 유명한 관광지입니다.
This park is a spot where one can enjoy beautiful scenery and is also a famous tourist destination.
In this sentence, "곳이자" is used to introduce the idea that the park serves two roles: a place for enjoying scenery and a tourist site.
그 도서관은 공부하기 좋은 곳이자 조용한 휴식 공간이에요.
That library is a good place to study and also a quiet resting space.
Here, "곳이자" connects two qualities of the library: a study space and a place for quiet relaxation.
회사의 신규 사무실은 협력과 창의성을 촉진하는 곳이자 현대적인 디자인을 자랑합니다.
The company's new office is a place that fosters collaboration and creativity and boasts modern design.
In this example, "곳이자" links the functions of the office with its physical characteristics.
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