일
ilnoun★Beginner
general
Work or a task that needs to be done
이 일은 내일까지 마쳐야 해요.
I need to finish this work by tomorrow.
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Commonly used to refer to daily tasks or professional work.
general
A day (as in a unit of time)
한 일 동안 쉬고 싶어요.
I want to rest for a day.
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Less common meaning, often used in specific contexts.
Collocations
일하다to work일정schedule일주일a week
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Related Phrases
일 잘하세요phrase
You work well
일주일phrase
a week
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'일' is often used in the phrase '일하다' (to work) or '일정' (schedule).
⚡Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of '일' depends heavily on context. In most cases, it refers to work, but it can also mean a day.
📖Word Origin
From Middle Korean '일' (il), meaning 'work' or 'day'.
📝Usage Notes
The word '일' can refer to both work and a day, but the context usually makes the meaning clear. In modern usage, it is most commonly associated with work.
Word Breakdown
일
work or day
root한영사전