No. 18,911 in Korean
싶지만
"싶지만" means "want to, but" or "would like to, but."
In a sentence
영화를 보고 싶지만 시간이 없어요.
I want to watch a movie, but I don't have time.
In this sentence, '싶지만' is used to indicate a desire ('싶다') that is contrasted with ('지만') a constraint or limitation.
여행을 떠나고 싶지만 돈이 부족합니다.
I want to go on a trip, but I lack money.
Here, '싶지만' again shows a longing met with a contradicting circumstance, highlighting a disparity between desire and reality.
노래를 부르고 싶지만 목이 아파요.
I want to sing, but my throat hurts.
The usage of '싶지만' in this sentence emphasizes a personal wish that is refrained due to a physical discomfort.
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