EP43
-는 바람에
neun barame
because of (something unexpected)
What does -는 바람에 (neun barame) mean in Korean?
How to Use
Used when an unexpected event caused a bad or unintended result.
Rule: The result is always negative and always in the past. Never add a tense marker before it — say 늦는 바람에, not 늦었는 바람에. Do not use it with commands or suggestions.
Examples
늦잠을 자는 바람에 지각했어요.
I was late because I overslept.
비가 오는 바람에 못 갔어요.
I couldn't go because it rained.
사진을 올리는 바람에 난리 났어요.
Things blew up because I posted that photo.
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