This is the 263rd most frequent Korean word.
과거
"과거" means "past."
The word "과거" is used to refer to the past as a concept of time that has already happened.
과거는 돌아올 수 없습니다.
The past cannot return.
Here, "과거" describes someone's personal past experiences or memories.
나는 과거를 잊으려고 노력하고 있다.
I am trying to forget the past.
The term "과거" is used adjectivally to describe a time frame in relation to history.