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How do you say "to give" in Korean?
주다
juda
In Korean, "to give" is 주다.
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Pronunciation
Joo-duh. One syllable 'joo' like 'zoo' then duh.
Writing and usage
Two syllable blocks: 주-다. Simple and common, very basic verb.
Example sentence
나는 선물을 줬어요.
I gave a gift.
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How to remember 주다
Juda sounds generous and giving, extending something outward.
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Questions about 주다
How do you say "to give" in Korean?
In Korean, "to give" is 주다. It is a noun.
How is 주다 written in Korean?
Two syllable blocks: 주-다. Simple and common, very basic verb.
How is 주다 used in a sentence?
Use 주다 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 나는 선물을 줬어요. (I gave a gift.).
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