Korean Dictionary

How to say “Burning the Midnight Oil” in Korean

밤새워 일하다

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Usage & Context

Burning the midnight oil means working or studying very late into the night. In Korean culture, this is common especially during exam seasons and work deadlines.

Example Sentence

시험 기간에는 밤새워 공부해요.

During exam season, I study burning the midnight oil.

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