This is the 8777th most frequent Korean word.
감독이었지만
"Was a director/coach."
Used to indicate a previous role or occupation (as a director) contrasted with a current status.
그는 영화 감독이었지만, 지금은 작가로 활동하고 있습니다.
He was a film director, but now he works as an author.
Indicates the contrast between holding the director position and failing to meet the associated expectations.
그 감독이었지만 책임을 다하지 못했습니다.
He was the director but failed to fulfill his responsibilities.
Used to contrast the position of being a director with the negative outcome under their leadership.