-(으)면서 While doing (simultaneous actions)
Core meaning - While doing (simultaneous actions)
Form - Stem + 면서; Stem + 으면서
Usage - Focus on the highlighted segment in each example; surrounding words can change while the pattern function stays the same.
Use this pattern for its grammatical function, not as a literal word-by-word translation.
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Same subject for both actions
- ✅ 먹으면서 TV를 봐요
- ❌ 내가 먹으면서 그가 봐요
-(으)면서 vs -고
- 면서 = simultaneous
- 고 = sequential
Can show contrast
- 알면서 몰라요 (knows but pretends not to)
I study while listening to music.
I watch TV while eating.
We talk while walking.
I attend school while working.
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