No. 65 in Korean
바
The Korean word "바" can mean "bar," "way," "manner," or "thing," depending on context.
In a sentence
그는 할 바를 다 했다.
He did what he was supposed to do.
In this sentence, '바' refers to a thing or action that was expected or necessary to perform.
네가 본 바와 같이, 상황이 심각하다.
As you saw, the situation is serious.
Here, '바' is used to indicate 'as,' referring to what someone observed or encountered.
내가 알기로 그는 이곳에 온 바 없다.
As far as I know, he has not come here.
In this case, '바' is used to refer to information or knowledge that is known or not known, often reinforcing the speaker's claim.
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