서야

This is the 17203rd most frequent Korean word.


서야

"서야" means "only if" or "only when."


Here, '서야' implies a conditional meaning, highlighting that one can achieve the intended action (finding a solution) only by undertaking a certain preliminary action (trying to solve the problem).

문제 해결하기 위해서야 해결책을 찾을 수 있습니다.

Only by trying to solve the problem can a solution be found.


In this sentence, '서야' emphasizes the necessity of earnest effort in producing the result (success).

아주 열심히 노력해서야 성공을 얻을 수 있죠.

Only through working diligently can success be achieved.


This usage of '서야' puts focus on the essentiality of effective time management to accomplish multiple tasks.

시간 관리를 잘해서야 과제들을 다 할 수 있어요.

Only with good time management can all tasks be completed.