When to use to leave alone in Korean

When to use it

놔두다 means "to leave something alone" or "to leave it where it is." You use it when you do not want to move, touch, or change something, or when you want to stop bothering someone. It is a common everyday word.

Example sentences

1. 그릇은 싱크대에 놔두세요.

   Please leave the dishes in the sink.

2. 이 문제는 지금 놔두고 쉬어요.

   Let's leave this problem for now and take a break.

3. 공원에 가방을 놔두면 안 돼요.

   You must not leave your bag in the park.

4. 그 일은 그냥 놔두자.

   Let's just leave that matter alone.

5. 이 물건은 여기 놔두세요.

   Please leave this item here.

6. 짐은 호텔에 놔두고 나가요.

   We leave the luggage at the hotel and go out.