Korean phrase
전 직장은 ~였어요. cheon chik jjang eun ~ yeo sseo yo
Meaning
My previous workplace was ___
When to use it
This expression identifies where a person worked before. It is a polite, calm way to mention past work, often when discussing work history.
Example dialogue
전에 어디에서 일했어요? cheo ne eo di e seo il hae sseo yo
Where did you work before?
전 직장은 카페였어요. cheon chik jjang eun ka pe yeo sseo yo
My previous workplace was a cafe.