Compound Verbs In Korean Using 뛰다 (To Jump)

In Korean, compound verbs are often constructed by connecting two existing verbs with 어/아. For those looking to expand their Korean verb vocabulary, understanding these patterns can be quite useful.

In this guide, we'll explore compound verbs, starting with 뛰다 (to jump).

Note: 뛰다 can also mean 'to run'.

뛰다 — To Jump

뛰어넘다 — To Jump Over

Components: 뛰 (jump) + 어 + 넘다 (to go over)

Example:

뛰어내리다 — To Jump Down, Leap Off

Components: 뛰 (jump) + 어 + 내리다 (to lower, go down)

Example:

뛰어오르다 — To Jump/Leap Up

Components: 뛰 (jump) + 어 + 오르다 (to go up)

Example:

뛰어들다 — To Jump/Dive Into

Components: 뛰 (jump) + 어 + 들다 (to enter)

Example:

뛰어나오다 — To Jump From/Off

Components: 뛰 (jump) + 어 + 나오다 (to come/step out)

Example:

Conclusion

Understanding the various compound forms of 뛰다 can enrich your Korean vocabulary and help you express more nuanced actions. Stay tuned for more posts in this series, where we will explore other compound verbs!

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