는 법
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Description
Verb + 는 법:
- Used to indicate that some action or state is already established or expected. It is often used when stating natural laws, universal truths, or general principles. It is also often used in Korean proverbs
- This pattern means "how to (verb)."
Notes
Conjugation Rule
| Pattern | Case | Example | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule 1: | Adjective/Verb + 는 법이다 | If there is no 받침 or if the adjective/verb stem has ㄹ as a 받침 | 하는 법이다 뜨르는 법이다 |
| Rule 2: | Adjective/Verb + 은 법이다 | If there is a 받침 at the end of the adjective/verb stem | 어려운 법이다 |
Sentence Examples
An action or state is already established or expected
| Korean | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 비 온 뒤에 땅이 굳어지는 법이다 | The ground hardens after rain | It basically means, it's only natural that the ground hardens after rain. It is similar in meaning to the storm comes before the calm |
"How to" meaning
| Korean | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 이 수학문제를 푸는 법좀 알려줘. | Please teach how to solve this math question. | |
| 너네집에 가는 방법을 몰라. 너네집에 가는 법을 알려줘. | I don't know how to get to your house. Tell me how to get there | |
| 난 불고기를 만드는 법을 배우고 싶어. | I want to learn how to cook bulgogi. | |
Pronunciation
- Special pronunciation rule?
See Also
- Related topic or grammar
