This is the 5524th most frequent Korean word.
명은
"명은" can mean "name is" or "lifespan is," depending on context.
In this sentence, '명은' indicates a specific count of people, emphasizing the presence of three individuals at the mentioned location.
그 자리에는 세 명은 있었어요.
Three people were present at the spot.
In this example, '명은' specifies the number of participants anticipated for the event, providing a clear indication of quantity.
오늘 모임에는 네 명은 참여할 예정입니다.
Four people are expected to join today's meeting.
Here, '명은' is used to quantify individuals, highlighting their decision to leave the organization.