No. 13,928 in Korean
말하면
"말하면" means "if/when (someone) speaks or says."
In a sentence
정직하게 말하면, 내가 실수했어요.
To speak frankly, I made a mistake.
Here, '말하면' is used to begin a sentence with a clarifying phrase, signaling openness or sincerity.
문법에 관해 말하면, 이 문장은 맞습니다.
Speaking of grammar, this sentence is correct.
In this sentence, '말하면' is utilized to introduce a detailed discussion or focus on a specific topic, namely grammar.
영화에 대해 말하면, 나는 그 영화가 정말 재미있었어요.
When it comes to the movie, I found it really enjoyable.
Here, '말하면' sets the context as the topic of conversation, which is a specific movie.
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