English–Korean

“giving way” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationyangbo

Example

버스에서 할머니에게 양보했어요.peo seu e seo hal meo ni e ge yang bo hae sseo yo

I gave my seat to an elderly woman on the bus.

Illustration for 양보 (giving way)

How to say “giving way” in Korean

“Giving way” in Korean is 양보 (yangbo).

Making room for another person by letting them have the right, benefit, or place first.

Full entry for 양보: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 양보

회의에서는 양보가 관계를 유지하는 데 도움이 돼요.hoe ui e seo neun yang bo ga kwan gye reul yu ji ha neun te to u mi twae yo

In meetings, giving way helps maintain relationships.

Tips for using 양보

  • English speakers may connect "concession" mainly with admitting a point, but this word also fits ordinary situations where someone yields a place or advantage.

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