When to use to act in Korean

When to use it

행동하다 means “to act” or “to behave.” You use it when talking about what a person does in a situation, especially if they act in a good, bad, calm, or polite way. It is often used with words like “kindly,” “politely,” or “safely.”

Example sentences

1. 집에서는 조용히 행동해요.

   I act quietly at home.

2. 학교에서 친구에게 친절하게 행동해요.

   I act kindly to my friend at school.

3. 길에서는 안전하게 행동하세요.

   Please act safely on the road.

4. 선생님과 이야기할 때 예의 있게 행동해요.

   I behave politely when talking with the teacher.

5. 가게에서 예의 바르게 행동했어요.

   I behaved politely at the store.

6. 여행할 때 현지 규칙대로 행동해야 해요.

   You should act according to local rules when traveling.