No. 769 in Korean
국민을
"국민을" means "the people" or "the citizens" (in an objective case).
In a sentence
국민을 위해 정부가 정책을 수정하고 있습니다.
The government is revising policies for the benefit of the people.
The word '국민을' is used to represent the citizens acted upon within the context of governmental actions.
선거에서 국민을 대변할 대표를 뽑아야 합니다.
We must elect representatives who will represent the citizens in the election.
Here, '국민을' refers to the collective group of citizens being represented by elected officials.
이민 정책은 국민을 보호하며 동시에 경제를 촉진할 수 있어야 합니다.
Immigration policies should protect the citizens while also promoting the economy.
In this sentence, '국민을' indicates the intent to protect and prioritize the citizens' interests.
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