When to use to receive in Korean

When to use it

받다 means "to receive" or "to get" something from another person. You can use it for things like gifts, letters, help, medicine, or phone calls. It is a very common everyday verb when something comes to you.

Example sentences

1. 집에서 선물을 받았어요.

   I received a gift at home.

2. 학교에서 선생님께 종이를 받았어요.

   I received a paper from the teacher at school.

3. 친구에게 전화를 받았어요.

   I got a phone call from my friend.

4. 가게에서 영수증을 받았어요.

   I received a receipt at the store.

5. 공항에서 지도를 받았어요.

   I got a map at the airport.

6. 병원에서 약을 받았어요.

   I received medicine at the hospital.