살았지만

This is the 16849th most frequent Korean word.


살았지만

"살았지만" means "lived, but" in English.


Indicates a contrast between past living location and current place of residence.

그는 고향에서 살았지만 지금은 도시로 이사했습니다.

He lived in his hometown but has now moved to the city.


Highlights a past period of challenge contrasted with a positive outcome.

나는 어려운 시절을 살았지만 결국 성공할 수 있었습니다.

I lived through hard times but was eventually able to succeed.


Contrasts a pleasant living environment with an emotional state of loneliness.

그녀는 아름다운 집에서 살았지만 항상 외로워했습니다.

She lived in a beautiful house but always felt lonely.