A/V + 지 않으면 안 되다
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Description
Adjective/Verb + 지 않으면 안 되다 : "If one does not...then it won't happen/it's not possible." This connective expresses having no other option but to do something in order to achieve/obtain one's needs or desires.
Best translated as ...have no choice but to...
Notes
Conjugation Rule
| Pattern | Case | Example | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule 1: | If there is no 받침 or if the adjective/verb stem has ㄹ as a 받침 | ||
| Rule 2: | If there is a 받침 at the end of the adjective/verb stem |
Sentence Examples
| Korean | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A:어떻게 살을 빼지?" "B:운동하지 않으면 안 되(지). |
A:How do I lose weight?" "B:You have no choice but to work out. |
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Pronunciation
- Special pronunciation rule?
See Also
- Related topic or grammar
