아/어 + 야지요
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Description
Verb + 아/어/여 + 야 지 : This pattern is used to indicate obligation, but it is stronger and insistent than the grammar patterns V + 아/어 + 야 되다 and V + 아/어 + 야 하다. It is often used as a response to something obvious or said when the other person knows something must be done. When used as a response this pattern is approximately equal to '(Of cource) I have to' ~ or '(Of course) I must ~' in English.
Notes
- This pattern cannot be used in a question form.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 밥 먹어야지. | I have to eat | |
| 다음 역에서 내려야지. | You have to get off a the next station | This comes off as if the other person should know the next place is where they must get off. |
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