-노라

Korean

Alternative forms

  • -노니라 (-nonira)

Pronunciation

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Suffix

-노라 • (-nora)

  1. (literary or archaic) expresses a strong first-person declarative statement, usually by someone of higher status (like a king, deity, or narrator) or in a noble tone
    짐의 막내딸이 오늘로 18살이 된 것을 자랑스럽게 생각하노라. (said by a king)
    Jim-ui mangnaettar-i oneul-lo 18-sar-i doen geos-eul jarangseureopge saenggakha-nora.
    I am proud that my youngest daughter turns 18 today.

Usage notes

  • It is equivalent to saying "I will...", "I shall...", or "I do..." in a solemn or formal way.
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