to follow vs to run in Korean

따라오다vs달리다

to follow

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 follow
to run

달리다to run

달리다 means to run with your legs, faster than walking. You can use it for people, children, and animals moving quickly. It is a common action word in daily life, sports, and outdoor activities.

When to use to run

How they differ

to follow (따라오다) and to run (달리다) are nearby Korean vocabulary items learners often meet together. Use “to follow” when 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… Use “to run” when 달리다 means to run with your legs, faster than walking. You can use it for people, children, and animals moving quickly. It is a common act…