In Korean, the word ‘주세요’ (juseyo) is a commonly used polite form of the verb ‘to give’. However, beginners often find it confusing when to add ‘아/어’ to verbs before ‘주세요’. In this article, we will explain when and why ‘아/어’ is omitted before ‘주세요’, and help you understand its usage better.
What Does ‘주세요’ Mean in Korean?
‘주세요’ is a polite request form that translates to ‘please give me’ or ‘please do’ in English. It is used when requesting something or asking for a favor politely. For example, when you want to ask for a drink, you would say ‘음료수 주세요’ (eumryosu juseyo), which means ‘Please give me a drink’.
When to Use ‘주세요’ Without ‘아/어’
In Korean, ‘주세요’ is used without ‘아/어’ when it directly follows a noun. This is because ‘주세요’ itself functions as a request phrase, and there is no need for an additional verb form. For example, ‘책 주세요’ (chaek juseyo) means ‘Please give me a book’, where ‘책’ (chaek) is the noun and there is no need for ‘아/어’ after it.
However, when ‘주세요’ follows a verb, the verb needs to be conjugated into its polite form using ‘아/어’ before ‘주세요’. For example, ‘읽어 주세요’ (ilgeo juseyo) means ‘Please read (it)’, where ‘읽다’ (ilkda) meaning ‘to read’ is conjugated to ‘읽어’ (ilgeo) before adding ‘주세요’.
Examples of Using ‘주세요’ With and Without ‘아/어’
- ‘음료수 주세요’ (eumryosu juseyo) – ‘Please give me a drink’ (noun before ‘주세요’)
- ‘읽어 주세요’ (ilgeo juseyo) – ‘Please read it’ (verb before ‘주세요’ with ‘아/어’ conjugation)
As you can see, the use of ‘아/어’ depends on whether you are using a verb or a noun before ‘주세요’.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Many beginners mistakenly add ‘아/어’ when they shouldn’t, or forget to add it when necessary. A simple rule to remember is:
- If the word before ‘주세요’ is a noun, there is no need for ‘아/어’.
- If the word before ‘주세요’ is a verb, conjugate it using ‘아/어’ before adding ‘주세요’.
Practicing with examples and paying attention to the type of word before ‘주세요’ will help you use it correctly.
Summary
Understanding when to use ‘주세요’ with or without ‘아/어’ is an important step in mastering Korean. Remember, the key is whether you’re using a noun or a verb before ‘주세요’. By following the rules and practicing with real-life examples, you’ll be able to use ‘주세요’ correctly in no time. Keep learning and practicing, and soon you’ll feel more confident in your Korean language skills!
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