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여담
Pronounced yeodam. A digression or aside, the talk that strays from the main subject. The set phrase yeodam-ijiman introduces one politely.
Examples in context
여담이지만 그 이야기는 정말 흥미롭습니다.
It is a digression, but that story is truly fascinating.
회의 중에는 여담을 최대한 줄여야 합니다.
Digressions should be kept to a minimum during meetings.
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