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같은 사람끼리

gateun saramkkiri
adverbial phrase★Intermediate💡 among ourselves
informal

A phrase indicating that interactions or activities are best suited for people with shared backgrounds, experiences, or social circles.

친구들은 같은 사람끼리 모여서 수다를 떨었어요.

The friends gathered among themselves to chat.

이 문제는 같은 사람끼리 해결하는 게 좋겠어요.

It would be better to resolve this issue among ourselves.

💡

Often used to emphasize comfort or familiarity in social settings. Can imply exclusion of outsiders.

Collocations

같은 사람끼리 어울리다to socialize among ourselves같은 사람끼리 이야기하다to talk among ourselves

Synonyms

우리끼리동류끼리

Antonyms

다른 사람과외부인

Related Phrases

우리끼리phrase
among ourselves
동류끼리phrase
among peers/similar people

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Nuance

This phrase often reflects a preference for homogeneity in social interactions, which can be seen as either natural bonding or exclusionary depending on context. Observe whether the speaker includes others or excludes them.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage Context

Use '같은 사람끼리' when emphasizing comfort or familiarity in group settings. Avoid using it in formal or professional contexts where inclusivity is expected.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '같은' (same) + '사람' (person) + '끼리' (among ourselves). The suffix '끼리' denotes grouping or exclusivity.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in casual conversations to indicate a preference for internal group interactions. May carry a nuanced implication of excluding others intentionally.

Word Breakdown

같은
same
adjective
+
사람
person
noun
+
끼리
among ourselves
suffix
한영사전

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