Usages of mas
이 국은 맛이 진해서 밥이랑 잘 어울려요.i gugeun masi jinhaeseo babirang jal eoullyeoyo.
This soup has a rich flavor, so it goes well with rice.
이 찌개는 맛이 조금 강해서 물을 조금 더 넣었어요.i jjigaeneun masi jogeum ganghaeseo mureul jogeum deo neoheosseoyo.
This stew’s flavor was a little strong, so I added a little more water.
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