When to use to stand in Korean

When to use it

서다 means to stand. Use it when a person is on their feet, not sitting or lying down, or when someone stands in a place. It is also common for standing in line or telling someone where to stand.

Example sentences

1. 아이가 문 앞에 서 있어요.

   The child is standing in front of the door.

2. 학생들이 교실 앞에 줄을 서요.

   The students stand in line in front of the classroom.

3. 공원에 큰 나무가 서 있어요.

   A big tree is standing in the park.

4. 사진을 찍을 때 여기 서세요.

   Please stand here when taking a picture.

5. 손님들이 계산대 앞에 서 있어요.

   Customers are standing in front of the checkout counter.

6. 기차를 기다리며 플랫폼에 서 있어요.

   I am standing on the platform while waiting for the train.