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-니까

"because / since"

Korean word for because / since

Conjunctions

Conjunctions and connective endings

Pronunciation Guide

-니까[nikka]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "kk" is a tense, unaspirated "k"

English Translation

because / since

Meaning & Usage

A connective ending expressing cause or reason. Unlike '-아서/-어서', it can be used with imperative and suggestive sentences. Very common in spoken Korean.

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 "-니까".
Intermediate
The role of "-니까" is important in this sentence.
Advanced
Correct use of "-니까" is key to connecting sentences.
Master
Understanding the subtle differences of "-니까" enables logical Korean expression.
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