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Give vs Give (humble) in Korean
Need to say "give" politely in Korean? 🔴 주다 [juda] - Give (to anyone)
How these words work together
In Korean, there are different words for "give" depending on the level of politeness. "주다" (juda) is the common word used in everyday situations. "드리다" (deurida) is the humble form used when giving something to someone of higher status or to show respect. Using the correct form helps you sound polite and respectful in Korean.
Words in this chart
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| 주다 | juda | Give |
| 드리다 | deurida | Give (humble) |
Example sentences
친구에게 책을 줬어요.
I gave a book to my friend.
선생님께 선물을 드렸어요.
I gave a gift to the teacher.
엄마한테 꽃을 줘요.
I give flowers to my mom.
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