Korean grammar — TOPIK II · Level 5

Since no one had expected his appearance, the audience's reaction was intense.

Since everyone had rated his novel highly, it was a surprising result that he didn't win the award.

Since Jisu was usually so quiet, no one could have imagined she'd jump in so eagerly on this.

Given that the fruit at that shop is in such bad condition, there's no way business could be going well.

Given that he's not trying to cut ties with his father, the son who left home will probably come back soon.

Given how frantically busy Seunggyu is, how could he possibly eat on time?

Short hair doesn't suit you as well as long hair.

A life spent letting time slip away like this is worse than being busy.

If it's going to taste this half-baked, it's worse than being either sweet or not at all.

If you really mean to succeed in business, you have to build up a lot of experience.

If you really mean to build a proper building, making a sturdy foundation comes first.

If you really intend to gain success, effort is necessary.

You were planning to leave, and you didn't even tell me beforehand?

You're planning to go study in the U.S. — how can you not study English?

If you're planning to stay here, why did you pack all your luggage?

Whether you intend to come along or not, do as you like.

Decide whether you intend to watch a drama or intend to watch a movie.

Whether you close the door or open it, do as you like.

Work is fine, but was Minjun really intending to leave his family and go alone?

Even after failing like that, was CEO Lee intending to start a business again?

Where was he about to put that item, again?

You were about to go to sleep — why did you come out instead of sleeping?

You were going to buy clothes, but you didn't buy anything after all.

He was about to listen to music, then just fell asleep like that.

Father said his heart felt heavy at the thought of leaving his hometown.

Thinking about buying a car, it's true that it feels like a big burden.

As I was about to hold my friend's hand, I felt embarrassed.

The blockade was loose, so if he insisted on trying to escape, he could have.

Minjun looked down on his sister and always insisted on winning.

Jisu insists on eating every last bit of food every day, without leaving any leftovers.

Minjun was dozing off in class, only half-listening to the teacher.

Grandma barely got her shoes on before rushing out to the gate to greet us.

He barely acknowledged the greeting and went into his room.

Not to mention the taste, the price is affordable too.

Not to mention being funny, this comedy movie is even deeply moving.

If a fire breaks out, not to mention property damage, even people's lives can be at risk.

Forget bread for breakfast, I couldn't even drink a glass of water.

Forget about English, my child isn't even good at Korean.

Forget about kimchi, Yeongsu still can't even make basic side dishes well.

Oh, Seunggyu eats his food so heartily.

Oh, Jisu has such a pretty face that anything she wears suits her.

Oh, the teacher explains things so clearly that they're easy to understand.

Are you really going to emigrate abroad?

Are you going to grad school after graduation too?

You said you'd come home when you had time — when are you actually coming?

I think there might be a rain shower today.

I think this book might be a bit hard for children to read.

Since it's the time when roads get congested, I think taking the subway might be faster.

After the move was over, Minjun was exhausted beyond belief and collapsed asleep.

The flowers in the vase have completely wilted — why haven't you thrown them out?

While preparing the presentation, once Seunggyu disagreed with his groupmates, he acted like he didn't care what happened anymore.

He criticized every single one of my actions and pressed me about it.

Whenever I said I wanted to do something other than study, my parents would insist on stopping me.

It's wrong to have an attitude of aggressively criticizing without even listening to others' opinions.

I wonder who that person is.

Would it be alright if I sat here?

Since the weather's warm, how about having lunch outside?

How could a person like that possibly be a teacher?!

How could such a kind kid who doesn't even know how to lie possibly deceive us?!

How could someone who loves drinking possibly leave already?!

Jisu was so tired that she went to bed the moment she got home.

Since I had dinner plans, I left work the moment it was over.

Seunggyu, who loves food, starts thinking about lunch the moment he finishes breakfast.

I'm sure work is busy, but call your mom back home often.

I'm sure you all already know, but you must wash your hands after going out during the change of seasons.

I'm sure you'll hate me nagging again, but since you only ever play games, I can't help but say something.

If you're really going home, then go.

If you're really going to follow me, then go ahead and try.

If you're really going to leave, leave without any regrets.

I'm determined to go backpacking this vacation.

I'm determined to prove my friend's innocence.

I'm determined to take care of Mom until she fully recovers.

It'll probably be hard to leave for the business trip tomorrow — how about leaving the day after?

My parents are probably at work, and my sibling went to school, so no one's home.

If I tell my friend the truth about yesterday, they'll probably be upset, but staying quiet might cause a misunderstanding.

Despite the fact that this isn't a parking area, it's full of parked cars.

Despite it being her vacation, Jisu went to work because she had a lot to do.

This bag is popular even though it is not expensive.

Jisu couldn't bear the grueling schedule any longer and ended up collapsing.

I was so angry at Minjun's shamelessness that I couldn't help but laugh.

Unable to watch my sibling and me fight any longer, Dad finally got really angry.

Rather than receiving love, I'd choose to give love.

Rather than keep raising cattle at a loss, it'd be better to just sell them.

Minjun thought that rather than sitting in his room, it'd be better to go out and exercise.

I brought an umbrella, worried it might rain.

I hurried out, worried I might be late.

I checked again, wondering if I might have made a mistake.

With skills like this, it's plausible you'd win an award.

Now that I've heard the story, it does seem plausible.

That kind of mistake is something anyone could plausibly make.

I'm just going to do what I have to do, nothing more.

I'll simply do my best, and leave the result up to fate.

Hearing that news, all I could do was be surprised.

Now that it's already all been revealed, there's no reason to hide it.

Now that the company has already closed down, I need to look for other work.

Now that I'd already lost everything, there was nothing left to fear.

Even though I clearly locked the door, I still felt uneasy.

Even though I explained it several times, the child kept asking the same question.

Even though I exercise every day, I'm not losing weight.

It seems like I've gotten noticeably busier these days.

I got the impression that person had something worrying them.

I think this much seems to be enough.

Now that you've made a promise, you must keep it.

Now that you've already made the decision, regretting it is useless.

Now that we've come this far, let's see it through to the end.

Jisu stayed up all night, and as a result, ended up being late the next day.

Seunggyu was so absorbed in his thoughts that he didn't hear someone calling him.

I boiled the soup for so long that it became too salty to eat.

This city has high prices, but on the other hand, it's convenient.

He doesn't talk much, but on the other hand, he acts quickly.

Income increased, but on the other hand, so did expenses.

Despite trying hard, I failed.

Despite the rain, the game continued.

Despite being old, he's very healthy.

As time passes, things are bound to be forgotten.

Everyone is bound to make mistakes.

If you work hard, success is bound to follow.

As long as you try, I'll help you.

As long as you follow the rules, there's no problem.

As long as you don't give up, there's a chance.

I just said the truth, that's all.

I was just joking, but they got angry.

I'm just a little tired, I'm okay.

These days I'm practically working overtime every day.

As you already know, I'm studying Korean.

Those two practically meet every day.

We've almost arrived, so it's basically as if we're there.

Since I save half my salary, it's basically like becoming rich.

Since I didn't make a mistake, I basically did well.

Even if you go now, it's already over.

No matter how much you cry, it's useless.

No matter how much money you have, if you're not happy it's meaningless.

If I had come a little earlier, it would have been good.

If I had known in advance, I would have prepared.

If I had studied harder back then, I would have passed the exam.

Everything depends on your mindset.

Success depends on how hard you try.

Cooking depends on how you use the ingredients.

That must be the culprit, no doubt about it.

He must have lied, no doubt.

This rumor must be true, no doubt.

Given that I made the promise, I have to keep it.

As long as you live here, you have to follow the rules.

Given that we've already started, let's see it through to the end.

It couldn't be better than this.

I couldn't be more grateful.

There's nothing more to say — it's obvious.

Before presenting, I'd like to extend my thanks.

Before starting the meeting, let's introduce ourselves.

Before making a decision, think it over carefully.

Given that things have turned out this way, regretting it is useless.

Given that it's already all known, there's no need to hide it.

Given that you have to leave, don't have any lingering attachment.

Even if you regret it now, it's no use.

No matter how much you try, the result will be the same.

Even if he comes, it won't solve the problem.

Since it's an important exam, you have to do your best.

Since this is the first time doing this, there may be mistakes.

Since everyone prepared hard, there will be good results.

I'm so tired I'm about to collapse.

I'm so hungry I could die.

I have so much to do that I'm losing my mind.

No matter how hard it is, I won't give up.

Even if I fail, I will try again.

Even if it's physically hard, I'll keep my promise.

If you eat like that, you're bound to gain weight.

If you go without preparation, you're bound to fail.

If you drive too fast, you're bound to get in an accident.

Suppose I take the exam tomorrow, what should I study today?

Even supposing you have a lot of money, it's no use if you have no time.

Suppose he comes, what should we do?

No matter how busy you say you are, you should still contact me.

Even if he says it's not true, I don't believe it.

Even if it's said to be cheap, I won't buy it if the quality is bad.

I can't believe he's already getting married.

I hear he got first place — that's really impressive.

I hear it's going to snow tomorrow — I'm excited.

I'm telling you I'm fine, don't worry.

I'm telling you, I'll take care of everything myself.

I'm telling you, I'm really busy today.

You said you were busy, but you already finished everything.

He said he wasn't coming, but he ended up coming after all.

You said it wasn't tasty, but you ate it all.

I heard that store is closing.

I heard he's going abroad to study next month.

I heard it's going to rain a lot tonight.

I heard that restaurant is good — should we try going once?

I heard tomorrow is a holiday — do we not have to go to school?

I heard that person is moving — do you know where to?

I heard you're getting married next month, right?

I heard you're quitting that company, right?

I heard this exam was really hard, right?

I went on this trip treating it as if it were studying.

Just consider the money lost, and forget about it.

I'll treat today as a rest day and not do anything.

He works at a company while also attending grad school.

The government lowered taxes while also increasing support.

I was happy, but on the other hand I was also worried.

Let alone saying thanks, he didn't even say hello.

Let alone eating, I couldn't even drink water.

Far from resting, I got even busier.

Festivals are held in several cities, including Seoul.

Several countries, including the US, participated.

All employees, starting with the CEO, attended the meeting.

Since the weather was nice, I went out for a walk.

Since my friend looked tired, I helped them.

Since it was so pretty, I bought that clothing.

To put it in one word, this movie is the best.

For example, there's fruit like apples or pears.

If I had to find a reason, it's because of the weather.

If you keep going to sleep that late, your health will get worse.

If you keep spending money like that, you won't be able to save.

If you keep driving that fast, you'll get into an accident.

Even though I studied hard, I failed the exam.

Despite the rain, a lot of people came.

Even though I was sick, I went to work.

Rather than eating out, I prefer cooking at home.

Rather than worrying alone, ask a friend.

Rather than saving money, I want to spend it on experiences.

Compared to last year, this year is colder.

Compared to the price, the quality is good.

You look young for your age.

Unlike my younger sibling, I can't eat spicy food well.

Unlike what I expected, the exam was easy.

Unlike last year, it snowed a lot this year.

Rather than working with that person, it'd be better to do it alone.

Rather than eat this food, it'd be better to just go hungry.

Rather than lie, it's better to tell the truth.

If it's going to come to living like this, it's better to quit.

If it's going to come to being that late, it's better not to go at all.

If it's going to come to forcing a smile, it's better to be honest.

Hearing that news, I couldn't help but be surprised.

The situation is so hard, I can't help but worry.

Seeing his effort, I couldn't help but be moved.

I meant to call my brother, but I ended up calling my friend.

I meant to buy coffee, but I forgot and didn't.

I meant to sleep early, but I ended up staying up until dawn.

If we go by age, they're younger than me.

If we consider the price, this one is more expensive.

If we go by grades, they're first in the class.

I was so nervous that I ended up stuttering.

I was so angry that I ended up shouting.

I was so absorbed in work that I didn't notice the time passing.

I'll just try it, pretending I might get fooled.

Just forget about that money, as if you'd donated it.

I walk to work, treating it as if it were exercise.

Rather than saying I was angry, I was more just a bit hurt.

Rather than saying it's difficult, it seems more like it's just unfamiliar.

Rather than saying I dislike it, I'm just not ready yet.

As you know, vacation starts tomorrow.

As you can see, the room is very clean.

As I told you, this plan may change.

I kept thinking, wondering if I had done something wrong.

I brought an umbrella, thinking it might rain.

It was so quiet that I wondered if everyone had gone home.

Instead of worrying alone, ask an expert.

Instead of waiting here, let's go find them directly.

Instead of just complaining, we need to find a solution.

I was so angry that I actually ended up laughing.

The food was so spicy that it made me cry.

I waited so long that I ended up calling first.

What is happiness?

A true friend is someone who stays by your side when times are hard.

Traveling always lets you learn something new.

This problem is really quite difficult.

That kid is really quite smart.

This matter is really quite important.

Only after he left did I realize his true feelings.

Only after losing everything did I realize how precious it was.

Only after trying it myself did I know how hard it was.

That's nothing but a small misunderstanding.

It's merely 1 percent of the total population.

That rumor was nothing but a lie.

He spends every single penny he earns.

Every batch of bread I make sells out.

I read every book I buy, without fail.