Usages of jal
접수 직원이 대기실에서는 번호표를 잘 보라고 했어요.jeopsu jigwoni daegisireseoneun beonhopyoreul jal borago haesseoyo.
The receptionist told me to keep an eye on my number ticket in the waiting room.
길을 건널 때 신호등을 잘 확인해요.gireul geonneol ttae sinhodeungeul jal hwaginhaeyo.
I carefully check the traffic light when crossing the street.
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