이자 ①

both... and..., as well as

Explanation

Kimchi Reader

Indicate that someone or something is both A and B simultaneously.

Details

Usage

  • Commonly used in both spoken and written Korean.

  • 이자 Connects two nouns to indicate dual roles or characteristics.

  • Emphasizes that both Noun1 + Noun2 are equally important.

Examples
그는 나의 선생님<span class='focus'>이자</span> 친구이다.
He is both my teacher and friend.
그녀는 배우<span class='focus'>이자</span> 가수이다.
She is both an actress and a singer.
이 책은 교과서<span class='focus'>이자</span> 참고서입니다.
This book is both a textbook and a reference book.

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