셈으로

This is the 17656th most frequent Korean word.


셈으로

"셈으로" means "as a calculation" or "as a consideration."


In this sentence, '셈으로' conveys the meaning of 'as if,' indicating a hypothetical or assumed stance adopted by the subject in their actions.

그는 모두 잊어버린 셈으로 행동했다.

He acted as if he had forgotten everything.


Here, '셈으로' expresses the assumption or treatment of the situation as a particular hypothetical or symbolic one—a 'last chance' reflected in the approach.

나는 이번 일을 마지막 기회인 셈으로 진행해야겠다.

I should approach this matter as if it is my last chance.


In this instance, '셈으로' implies an assumption or attitude taken as though a specific outcome (success) has occurred, linking to supportive behavior.

우리는 성공한 셈으로 서로를 격려했다.

We encouraged each other as if we had succeeded.