When to use to finish in Korean

When to use it

끝내다 means to finish or complete something, like homework, a meal, or a task. You use it when an action comes to an end because you are done with it. In Korean, it is often used with things you can complete, such as work, cleaning, or a game (끝내다).

Example sentences

1. 숙제를 끝냈어요.

   I finished my homework.

2. 엄마가 청소를 끝냈어요.

   Mom finished the cleaning.

3. 저는 아침을 빨리 끝냈어요.

   I finished breakfast quickly.

4. 수업이 끝나고 친구와 이야기를 끝냈어요.

   After class, I finished talking with my friend.

5. 우리는 공원에서 산책을 끝냈어요.

   We finished our walk in the park.

6. 가게에서 쇼핑을 끝내고 집에 갔어요.

   I finished shopping at the store and went home.