일단(il-dan, ildan)
일단 (ildan) is an adverb meaning to do or start something first or for now. It is similar to 'first' or 'for the time being'.
Nuances
- Indicates priority and implies subsequent actions.
- Emphasizes a temporary decision or action.
- Used more often in informal contexts.
When to use
daily conversation, business meeting, making plans
In context
일단 is usually placed at the beginning or middle of a sentence to introduce an action or situation that happens first. It's natural in spoken Korean.