to watch over vs to follow in Korean
지켜보다vs따라오다
지켜보다to watch over
지켜보다 means to watch someone or something carefully for some time. You use it when you stay nearby and pay attention, often to protect, help, or see what happens. It is common for people, animals, and situations, as in watching over a child or watching a game.
When to use to watch over
따라오다to follow
따라오다 means to move behind someone and go with them, or to come after them. In English, it is often translated as "to follow." You can use it when a person, an animal, or even a car comes behind someone as they move.
When to use to followHow they differ
따라오다 means to come after someone or follow them. It is about moving behind them, not keeping an eye on them.