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오늘은 한국어 문법 ‘V/A-더라도’ 를 함께 공부해 볼게요. 이 표현은 영어의 even if / although 처럼, 앞의 상황을 가정하거나 인정하더라도 뒤의 행동이나 결과에는 영향을 주지 않을 때 사용합니다. 예를 들어, “비가 오더라도 갈 거예요.”는 “비가 와도 갈 거예요.”와 같은 의미죠. 아래에서 의미, 결합 형태, 예문, 연습 문제 를 통해 자세히 알아볼까요? 💡 의미 (Meaning) “-더라도” 는 동사·형용사 어간 뒤에 붙어, 앞 절의 상황을 가정하거나 인정 하지만 뒤 절의 행동·결과에는 영향을 미치지 않음 을 나타냅니다. 즉, 영어의 “even if / although / no matter how” 에 해당합니다. 보통 ‘아무리’ , ‘비록’ , ‘설사’ 등과 함께 자주 쓰입니다. Combination Information 구분 어간 + 더라도 예 동사 먹다 먹 + 더라도 먹더라도 동사 가다 가 + 더라도 가더라도 규칙: 받침 유무와 관계없이 동사·형용사 어간 에 직접 –더라도 를 붙입니다. 🗣 예문 (Examples) 1️⃣ 동사 예문 내일 비가 오더라도 고향에 내려갈 거예요. Even if it rains tomorrow, I’ll go back to my hometown. ➡ 비가 올 수 있지만, 내려가겠다는 결심에는 영향이 없습니다. 2️⃣ 형용사 예문 공부하는 것이 힘들더라도 조금 더 힘내요. Even if studying is difficult, try a little harder. ➡ 힘들다는 사실을 인정하지만, 포기하지 않고 이어 가는 것을 강조합니다. 🎬 대화 예문 (Dialogue Example) 나나: 우리 다음 주에 단풍 보러 갈래? 미미: 다음 주쯤 되면 좀 추워질 것 같긴 한데… 나나: ...

In this lesson, we’ll learn how to use the Korean grammar pattern “V/A-더라도” , which means “even if” or “although.” It’s often used when you want to express that one situation or condition does not affect another . Let’s study its meaning, structure, and examples together. 💡 Meaning The grammar “-더라도” is used after verb or adjective stems to express that even if the first clause happens or is true , the result or action in the second clause remains unchanged . In other words, it means “even if,” “although,” or “no matter how…” in English. It assumes or acknowledges the preceding statement, but shows that it does not influence what follows. This pattern is often used with adverbs such as 아무리 (no matter how) , 비록 (although) , and 설사 (even if) . In spoken Korean, “-더라두” is also used. Combination Information Type Stem + 더라도 Example Verb 먹다 먹 + 더라도 먹더라도 Verb 가다 가 + 더라도 가더라도 Rule: It is...

살다 보면 쥐구멍에도 볕 들 날이 있어.   Introduction Today, we will learn about the Korean grammar pattern ‘-다 보면’ . This expression is used after a verb stem and describes how a continuous or repeated action can lead to discovering a new fact or reaching a new state. It is a shortened form of ‘-다가 보면’ , and both expressions have the same meaning. Let’s break it down and learn how to use it properly. If you want to watch this lesson in Korean with English subtitles, please click the link below. 1. Usage The grammar pattern ‘-다 보면’ is attached to a verb stem. It is used when you want to express that by continuing or repeating an action, you may eventually discover something new or enter a new state. Tense Rules: The verb in the first clause must be in the present tense . The second clause can be in the present or future tense , and it often includes expressions like: ‘-(으)ㄹ 수 있다’ (can) ‘-(으)ㄹ 것이다’ (will/probably) ‘-게 되다’ (to become) ‘-아지다/어지다/해지다’ (to change state). 2. Example ...

이거는 뭐예요? - 저거는 사과예요. Master Korean Grammar: Using '이거는, 그거는, 저거는 + Noun-이에요/예요' Welcome back to our Korean grammar series! In today's lesson, we'll dive into the eighth grammar point: how to use '이거는, 그거는, 저거는 + Noun-이에요/예요' to identify objects. This essential grammar will help you naturally describe and point out items in conversation. Let's get started! If you want to watch the lesson in Korean with English subtitles, please click the link below. Usage '이거는, 그거는, 저거는' are demonstrative pronouns used to indicate objects based on their proximity to the speaker and listener. By attaching 'Noun-이에요/예요' to these pronouns, you can identify what an object is. 이거는 (This) - Used when the object is near the speaker. 그거는 (That) - Used when the object is near the listener. 저거는 (That over there) - Used when the object is far from both the speaker and listener. Example Conversation 이거는 (this) Situation: An apple is next to Miso but far from Young...

"옷을 따뜻하게 입었어야 했는데, 그렇게 추울 줄 몰랐어요." Unlock the Secrets of Korean Grammar: Expressing Regret with '-았어야/었어야/했어야 했는데' Mastering Korean grammar is key to sounding natural and fluent. Today, we'll explore the essential grammar pattern '-았어야/었어야/했어야 했는데,' which is used to express regret or disappointment. Learn how to use this structure effectively to convey feelings of missed opportunities or mistakes in Korean! If you want to watch the lesson in Korean with English subtitles, please click the link below. Usage This expression is attached to the verb or adjective stem and is used to express the speaker's regret or disappointment. It is often used when the preceding and following clauses describe opposite situations. Example Sentences Example 1 미소: 주말에 벚꽃 구경 잘 했어요? Miso: Did you enjoy viewing the cherry blossoms over the weekend? 나나: 아니요. 날씨가 좋았어야 했는데 비가 와서 구경을 잘 못 했어요. Nana: No. The weather should have been nice, but it rained, so I couldn't enjoy ...