to become vs to begin in Korean

되다vs시작되다

to become

되다to become

The word "되다" means "to become" or "to turn into." You use it when someone or something changes into a new state, time, job, or condition. It is very common in everyday Korean, like becoming a student, becoming evening, or becoming cheaper.

When to use to become
to begin

시작되다to begin

시작되다 means "to begin" or "to start." Use it when something begins, like a class, movie, meeting, sale, or trip. It is often used with time words such as "now," "soon," or a specific hour.

When to use to begin

How they differ

to become (되다) and to begin (시작되다) are nearby Korean vocabulary items learners often meet together. Use “to become” when The word "되다" means "to become" or "to turn into." You use it when someone or something changes into a new state, time, job, or condition… Use “to begin” when 시작되다 means "to begin" or "to start." Use it when something begins, like a class, movie, meeting, sale, or trip. It is often used with tim…