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-아서/-어서

"because / so"

Korean word for because / so

Conjunctions

Conjunctions and connective endings

Pronunciation Guide

-아서/-어서[a·seo/eoseo]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"

English Translation

because / so

Meaning & Usage

A connective ending expressing cause/reason or sequential order. '-아서' follows bright vowels (ㅏ, ㅗ) and '-어서' follows dark vowels. Cannot be used with imperative or suggestive sentences.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Particles are essential in Korean. They attach to nouns to show grammatical relationships.
  • 💡Conjunctions and connective endings
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
Make a sentence using "-아서/-어서".
Intermediate
The role of "-아서/-어서" is important in this sentence.
Advanced
Correct use of "-아서/-어서" is key to connecting sentences.
Master
Understanding the subtle differences of "-아서/-어서" enables logical Korean expression.
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