This is the 13849th most frequent Korean word.
만년
"만년" means "eternity" or "ten thousand years."
Here, '만년' is used to denote a period of ten thousand years, showcasing its literal meaning of a lengthy duration.
그는 만년 동안 평화를 추구해 왔습니다.
He has been seeking peace for ten thousand years.
In this sentence, '만년' is metaphorically used to describe being in the same position for a long time.
그는 회사에서 만년 부장으로 일합니다.
He has been working as a manager at the company for many years.
Here, '만년' is part of a proper noun referring to a mountain with a name implying eternity or longstanding history.