This is the 3630th most frequent Korean word.
본래
"본래" means "originally" or "by nature."
In this sentence, '본래' emphasizes the original purpose or intent of an object.
이 도자기는 본래 장식용으로 만들어진 것이 아닙니다.
This pottery was not originally made for decorative purposes.
Here, '본래' is used to describe an inherent or habitual quality of a person, indicating that this characteristic has been true as far back as can be determined.
그는 본래 약속을 잘 지키는 사람이다.
He is originally a person who keeps his promises well.
Here, '본래' is used to indicate the original state or condition of something, translating to 'originally'.