EN: Use 'Do you have...?' to ask if someone possesses something or if a certain condition exists right now.
한국어: 상대방이 무언가를 소유하고 있는지, 또는 현재 특정 상태에 있는지 물을 때에는 「Do you have...?」를 사용합니다.
Do you have a pen?
펜을 가지고 계신가요?
EN: In Western workplace culture, asking 'Do you have a moment?' is a standard polite way to check if someone is busy before starting a conversation, regardless of their job title.
EN: Use 'Please' followed by a base verb to make a polite request or give a polite instruction.
한국어: 동사원형 앞에 'Please'를 붙이면 정중한 요청이나 지시를 나타낼 수 있습니다.
Please open the door.
문 좀 열어 주세요.
EN: In Western business culture, offering a seat to someone who comes to your office is a standard sign of hospitality and openness to conversation.
EN: Use 'need to' followed by a base verb to express a necessity or requirement to do an action.
한국어: 어떤 행동을 할 필요가 있음을 나타낼 때에는 「need to」 뒤에 동사원형을 사용합니다.
I need to buy some milk.
우유를 좀 사야 합니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, using 'I need to talk about something important' is a standard, professional way to signal that you have a serious matter (like a resignation) to discuss, allowing the manager to focus.
EN: The phrase 'on your mind' is used to ask someone what they are thinking or worrying about.
한국어: 'on your mind'라는 표현은 상대방이 무슨 생각을 하고 있는지, 혹은 무엇을 걱정하고 있는지 물을 때 사용됩니다.
You look sad. What is on your mind?
슬퍼 보이시네요. 무슨 생각을 하고 계신가요?
EN: In Western workplace culture, 'What is on your mind?' is a polite and open-ended way to invite someone to share their thoughts, concerns, or news without being too intrusive.
EN: Use the past tense verb 'got' (the past form of 'get') to talk about things that happened at a specific time in the past, like 'last week'.
한국어: 과거의 특정 시점(예: '지난주')에 일어난 일을 나타낼 때에는 과거시제 동사 「got」(get의 과거형)을 사용합니다.
I got a phone call yesterday.
저는 어제 전화 한 통을 받았습니다.
EN: In professional settings, it is common to share good news like a new job opportunity directly with your manager, but it's important to remain polite and professional as you prepare to leave.
EN: Use 'decided to' followed by a base verb to talk about a choice you made in the past.
한국어: 과거에 한 결정을 나타낼 때에는 「decided to」 뒤에 동사원형을 사용합니다.
I decided to buy a new car.
저는 새 차를 사기로 결정했습니다.
EN: In professional settings, stating 'I decided to leave' is a direct and clear way to announce a resignation, usually followed by a reason or a thank you.
EN: Use 'Here is...' to introduce or hand over a single item to someone.
한국어: 누군가에게 단일 물건을 소개하거나 전달할 때에는 「Here is...」를 사용합니다.
Here is your coffee.
주문하신 커피 나왔습니다.
EN: In professional settings, it is standard practice to hand over a formal resignation letter in person when quitting a job, even if you have already discussed it verbally.
EN: Use 'I see' to show that you understand what someone just told you. It is a common way to acknowledge new information.
한국어: 상대방이 방금 한 말을 이해했음을 나타낼 때에는 「I see」를 사용합니다. 새로운 정보를 확인했음을 나타내는 흔한 표현입니다.
A: I'm late because of traffic. B: Oh, I see.
A: 차가 막혀서 늦었습니다. B: 아, 그렇군요.
EN: In Western workplace culture, reacting to a resignation with 'That is big news' is a polite way to acknowledge the importance of the change without being overly negative.
EN: Use 'Thank you for' followed by a verb ending in '-ing' to express gratitude for a specific action.
한국어: 구체적인 행동에 대한 감사 표현을 할 때에는 「Thank you for」 뒤에 「-ing」 형태의 동사를 사용합니다.
Thank you for helping me with my homework.
숙제를 도와줘서 고마워요.
EN: In professional settings, delivering important news like a resignation 'in person' is considered respectful and professional, rather than just sending an email.
EN: Use 'How much' followed by an uncountable noun (like 'notice' or 'time') to ask about the quantity or amount of something.
한국어: 셀 수 없는 명사(notice, time 등)의 양이나 정도를 물을 때에는 「How much」를 사용합니다.
How much time do we have?
우리에게 시간이 얼마나 있나요?
EN: In Western business culture, 'two weeks' notice' is the standard professional expectation when resigning from a job.
EN: Use 'will' + 'verb' to talk about a promise or a future plan you just decided on.
한국어: 약속이나 방금 결정한 미래 계획을 나타낼 때에는 「will」 + 「동사」를 사용합니다.
I will call you tomorrow.
내일 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In many English-speaking workplaces, 'two weeks' notice' is the standard professional courtesy when resigning from a job.
EN: Use 'want to + verb' to express a desire or intention to do an action.
한국어: 어떤 행동을 하고 싶은 욕구나 의도를 나타낼 때에는 「want to + 동사」를 사용합니다.
I want to learn English.
저는 영어를 배우고 싶습니다.
EN: In professional settings, offering to help with the 'transition' when leaving a job is considered good etiquette. It shows you care about the team's success even after you leave.
EN: Use the pattern 'It/That is (adjective) of (someone)' to praise or comment on someone's behavior.
한국어: 누군가의 행동을 칭찬하거나 평할 때에는 「It/That is (형용사) of (누군가)」 구문을 사용합니다.
It is nice of you to help me.
저를 도와주시다니 정말 친절하시네요.
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, this phrase is a common way to accept an offer of help or a thoughtful gesture. It sounds more polite and appreciative than a simple 'Thank you'.
EN: Use 'will need to' to talk about a requirement or necessity that will happen in the future.
한국어: 미래에 발생할 필요성이나 해야 할 일을 나타낼 때에는 「will need to」를 사용합니다.
We will need to buy more milk tomorrow.
우리는 내일 우유를 더 사야 할 것입니다.
EN: In professional settings, discussing a 'replacement' is a standard part of the resignation process. It focuses on the continuity of work rather than personal feelings.
EN: Use 'before' followed by a subject and a verb to describe an action that happens after the main action.
한국어: 주된 행동보다 나중에 일어나는 일을 나타낼 때에는 「before」 뒤에 주어와 동사를 사용합니다.
Please wash your hands before you eat.
식사하기 전에 손을 씻으세요.
EN: In Western business culture, offering to train a replacement or help with the transition is considered professional and helps maintain a good relationship with your former employer.
EN: When asking a question within another question (indirect question), use the word order: 'Question word + Subject + Verb'.
한국어: 질문이 다른 문장 안에 들어갈 때(간접의문문)는 「의문사 + 주어 + 동사」의 어순을 사용합니다.
Do you know where he is?
그가 어디에 있는지 아시나요?
EN: In Western workplace culture, asking 'why' someone is leaving is common but should be done politely. It helps the employer understand if there are issues within the company that need fixing.
EN: To compare two things, we add '-er' to short adjectives like 'close' (becoming 'closer'). We use 'than' if we want to mention the second thing being compared.
한국어: 두 대상을 비교할 때에는 'close'와 같은 짧은 형용사 뒤에 '-er'를 붙입니다('closer'가 됨). 비교 대상을 언급할 경우 뒤에 'than'을 붙입니다.
This bus is faster than the train.
이 버스는 기차보다 빠릅니다.
EN: In many cultures, 'commute time' (the time it takes to get to work) is a very common and acceptable reason for changing jobs, as it affects work-life balance.
EN: Use 'better than' to compare two things when one has a higher quality or value than the other.
한국어: 두 대상을 비교하여 한쪽의 품질이나 가치가 더 높음을 나타낼 때에는 「better than」을 사용합니다.
This coffee is better than the one I had yesterday.
이 커피는 제가 어제 마신 것보다 낫네요.
EN: In professional settings, it is common to mention 'better salary' as a reason for leaving, but it is usually paired with other reasons like 'growth' or 'location' to remain polite.
EN: Use 'Those are' to point to multiple things or ideas that were just mentioned.
한국어: 방금 언급된 여러 대상이나 아이디어를 가리킬 때에는 「Those are」를 사용합니다.
Those are my books.
저것들은 제 책입니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, 'I understand' is a professional way to acknowledge someone's decision without necessarily agreeing or disagreeing with the personal choice itself.
EN: Use 'will' + 'base verb' to talk about future feelings or actions that are certain to happen.
한국어: 미래에 확실히 일어날 감정이나 행동을 나타낼 때에는 「will」 + 「동사원형」을 사용합니다.
I will call you tomorrow.
내일 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, it is common and polite to express personal sentiment like 'we will miss you' when a colleague leaves, emphasizing their value to the group.
EN: Use 'will' followed by the base form of a verb to talk about future feelings or intentions.
한국어: 미래의 감정이나 의도를 나타낼 때에는 「will」 뒤에 동사원형을 사용합니다.
I will call you tomorrow.
내일 전화드리겠습니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, expressing personal feelings like 'missing' colleagues when leaving a job is a common way to maintain professional networks and show appreciation.
EN: Use 'will' + 'base verb' to talk about plans or events that are scheduled to happen in the future.
한국어: 계획되어 있거나 미래에 일어날 예정인 사건을 나타낼 때에는 「will」 + 「동사원형」을 사용합니다.
We will have a meeting tomorrow.
우리는 내일 회의를 할 것입니다.
EN: An 'exit interview' is a standard professional procedure in many Western companies. It is a meeting between an employee who is leaving and the HR department to discuss the employee's reasons for leaving and their experience with the company.
EN: Use 'will be' to describe a future state or condition that you are certain about.
한국어: 확실한 미래의 상태나 조건을 기술할 때에는 「will be」를 사용합니다.
The weather will be sunny tomorrow.
내일은 날씨가 화창할 것입니다.
EN: In a professional setting, an 'exit interview' is a standard procedure. Nina uses this sentence to reassure Ryan that the process is not a test or a confrontation.
EN: Use 'be + happy + to + verb' to show that you are willing and glad to do something for someone.
한국어: 누군가를 위해 기꺼이 어떤 일을 할 용의가 있음을 나타낼 때에는 「be + happy + to + 동사」를 사용합니다.
I am happy to help you with your homework.
기꺼이 당신의 숙제를 도와주겠습니다.
EN: In a professional setting, responding with 'I am happy to do it' shows a positive attitude and willingness to cooperate, which is highly valued in Western workplace culture.
EN: Use the pattern 'be grateful for + [something]' to show you are thankful for a specific action or thing.
한국어: 특정 행동이나 대상에 대해 감사를 표할 때에는 「be grateful for + [명사/동명사]」 구문을 사용합니다.
I am grateful for your help.
도움에 깊이 감사드립니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, expressing gratitude (even when someone is leaving) is a common way to maintain professional relationships and show respect for an employee's contribution.
EN: Use 'be grateful for + something' to express thanks for a specific thing or situation.
한국어: 특정 대상이나 상황에 대한 감사를 표할 때에는 「be grateful for + 명사」를 사용합니다.
I am grateful for your help.
도움에 깊이 감사드립니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, expressing gratitude when leaving a job is common. It helps maintain a professional relationship and 'leaves the door open' for future opportunities.
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then another verb in its base form (without 'to') to show who is being assisted and what they are doing.
한국어: 동사 「help」는 뒤에 「목적어」 + 「동사원형」을 취하여 누군가가 어떤 일을 하도록 돕는다는 의미를 나타낼 수 있습니다.
My teacher helped me learn English.
선생님은 제가 영어를 공부하는 것을 도와주십니다.
EN: In professional settings, expressing gratitude for personal growth when leaving a job is a common way to maintain a positive relationship with a former employer.
EN: Use 'Good luck with' followed by a noun to wish someone success in a specific situation or event.
한국어: 특정 상황이나 사건에서 상대방의 성공을 빌 때에는 「Good luck with」 뒤에 명사를 사용합니다.
Good luck with your exam tomorrow!
내일 시험 잘 보세요!
EN: In Western workplace culture, it is common and professional to offer sincere well-wishes when a colleague leaves for a better opportunity, even if the team will miss them.
EN: Use 'so much' after 'thank you' to show a higher level of gratitude than just saying 'thank you'.
한국어: 단순히 감사 인사를 하는 것보다 더 깊은 감사를 표하고자 할 때에는 「thank you」 뒤에 「so much」를 붙입니다.
Thank you so much for your help.
도와주셔서 정말 감사합니다.
EN: In Western workplace culture, expressing sincere gratitude when leaving a job is important for maintaining professional networks (networking).
IPA 발음, 정의, 예문, 인터랙티브 퀴즈가 포함된 핵심 단어입니다.
문맥 속: 기회: 무언가를 달성하거나 현상을 개선할 수 있는 때
문맥 속: 사직, 사직서: 고용주에게 직위에서 물러남을 공식적으로 알리는 행위 또는 문서
문맥 속: 사직 통보 기간: 퇴사 전 고용주에게 미리 알려야 하는 기간
문맥 속: 인수인계, 인수도: 한 상태나 단계에서 다른 단계로 이전하는 과정
문맥 속: 후임자: 누군가의 직위를 대신할 새로운 사람
문맥 속: 급여, 급료: 고용주가 근로자에게 정기적으로 지급하는 노동의 대가
문맥 속: 면담, 인터뷰: 여기서는 퇴사 전 행하는 공식적인 면담을 의미함
문맥 속: 고마워하는, 감사하는: 누군가의 도움이나 기회에 대해 감사를 표함
문맥 속: 경험, 경력: 업무를 통해 얻은 지식과 기술
유형 태그, 이중 언어 정의, 사용 설명, 예문이 포함된 구문입니다.
To be worrying or thinking about something.
마음에 걸리는 것, 생각 중인 것
Physically present; meeting someone face-to-face.
직접, 대면하여
A meeting between an employee who is leaving and their employer.
퇴사 면담
The formal announcement or the period of time required before leaving a job.
예고 기간 / 사직 통보
A person who will take over the job or position of someone who is leaving.
후임자 / 교체 인력
The process of handing over responsibilities and knowledge to a successor.
업무 인수인계 / 과도기