Difference between to look inside and to see in Korean

들여다보다·보다

to look inside

들여다보다to look inside

들여다보다 means to look into something, like a box, bag, room, or window. It is used when you direct your eyes inside a space to check or see something. In everyday Korean, it can describe a quick look or a careful look inside.

How to say to look inside
to see

보다to see

(보다) means to see, look at, or watch with your eyes. You use it when you notice something, look at a person or thing, or watch TV or a movie. In daily conversation, you will often hear forms like 봐요 or 봤어요.

How to say to see

The difference

들여다보다 means to look inside something closely, like a bag, box, or window. It is more specific than just looking at something.