When to use to read in Korean

When to use it

읽다 means to look at written words and understand them. You use it when you read things like books, messages, menus, and signs. In daily life, it is a common action word for reading with your eyes.

Example sentences

1. 집에서 책을 읽어요.

   I read a book at home.

2. 학교에서 동화를 읽어요.

   I read a story at school.

3. 버스에서 문자 메시지를 읽어요.

   I read a text message on the bus.

4. 카페에서 메뉴를 읽어요.

   I read the menu at a cafe.

5. 길에서 표지판을 읽어요.

   I read a sign on the street.

6. 여행 중에 지도를 읽어요.

   I read a map during a trip.