Explanation at your level:
You use ~도록 to say 'so that.' If you want to do something for a reason, use this. Example: 'I study so that I learn.' It makes your sentences longer and better!
At this level, you start using ~도록 to show purpose. It is like saying 'I did X so that Y happens.' It is very useful for giving instructions or explaining your daily schedule to friends.
Now you can use ~도록 to describe the extent of an action. For example, 'I studied until I was tired.' It helps you express nuances of effort and duration that basic sentences cannot capture.
You will encounter ~도록 in more formal writing. It is often used in business or academic settings to state goals clearly. It is a step up from casual 'so' (~어서) because it emphasizes the intent behind the action.
At the advanced level, you will notice ~도록 used in literary contexts to emphasize the intensity of an emotion or action. It can be used to create dramatic effects in storytelling by highlighting the extreme point to which a character goes.
Mastery of ~도록 involves understanding its subtle interplay with other endings like ~게 or ~기 위해. You will use it to structure complex arguments where the purpose of an action is linked to a specific, high-stakes outcome in formal prose.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- Used for purpose
- Used for extent
- Attaches to verb stems
- Very common
Hey there! Think of ~도록 as your go-to bridge for connecting two ideas in Korean. It essentially helps you explain why you are doing something or how far you are taking an action.
When you use it for purpose, it translates to 'so that' or 'in order to.' For example, 'I studied hard so that I could pass the test.' When you use it for extent, it means 'to the point where.' Like saying, 'I ran until I was out of breath.' It is a super handy way to show cause and effect or limits in your sentences!
The ending ~도록 has deep roots in the Korean language, evolving from older grammatical structures that linked verbs to indicate a 'limit' or 'boundary.' The suffix -도 historically carried the sense of reaching a point or a degree.
Over centuries, it solidified into a standard conjunctive ending. It is fascinating because it reflects how Korean speakers think about actions—as having a clear destination or a specific stopping point. It is not just about the action itself, but where that action is heading!
You will see ~도록 everywhere in both spoken and written Korean. It is slightly more formal than ~게 but is used in daily life constantly.
Commonly, it attaches directly to the verb stem. You can use it when giving instructions (e.g., 'Please arrange the books so that they are neat') or when describing your own efforts. It is very flexible, making it a favorite for learners who want to sound more natural and precise.
1. 닳도록: Literally 'until it wears out.' Used for things you do repeatedly, like 'praying until it wears out.'
2. 지치도록: 'Until exhausted.' Used when you work or play until you cannot go any further.
3. 보도록: 'So that you can see.' Often used in phrases like 'Please check so that you understand.'
4. 잊지 않도록: 'So that you don't forget.' A very common way to give a reminder.
5. 알도록: 'So that you know.' Used when explaining something for someone's benefit.
Grammatically, ~도록 attaches to the verb stem. It does not change based on the subject, which makes it easy to use! Pronunciation-wise, the 'r' sound in rok is a soft, flapped 'r' similar to the 'tt' in the American English word 'better.'
It rhymes with words like 'go-lock' (if pronounced quickly). Remember to keep the flow smooth between the first verb and the second clause!
Fun Fact
It evolved from the verb '닿다' (to reach).
Pronunciation Guide
Clear 'd' sound, short 'o', rolled 'r', 'k' at the end.
Similar to UK, soft 'r' flap.
Common Errors
- Hard 'r' instead of soft 'r'
- Dropping the 'k' sound
- Mispronouncing the 'o' as 'oo'
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy to read
Easy to write
Easy to speak
Easy to hear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
پیشرفته
Grammar to Know
Conjunctive endings
~고
Examples by Level
공부하도록 하세요.
Study (in order to).
Imperative purpose.
먹도록 하세요.
Eat (so that you are full).
Instruction.
자도록 하세요.
Sleep (so you rest).
Instruction.
가도록 하세요.
Go (so you arrive).
Direction.
보도록 하세요.
Look (so you see).
Instruction.
듣도록 하세요.
Listen (so you hear).
Instruction.
읽도록 하세요.
Read (so you learn).
Instruction.
쓰도록 하세요.
Write (so you remember).
Instruction.
건강하도록 운동해요.
잊지 않도록 적었어요.
늦지 않도록 일찍 가요.
잘 보이도록 크게 써요.
이해하도록 설명해요.
준비하도록 노력해요.
끝나도록 기다려요.
알도록 말해줘요.
지칠 정도로 달렸어요.
울 정도로 슬펐어요.
배가 아프도록 웃었어요.
목이 아프도록 노래했어요.
다리가 아프도록 걸었어요.
잠을 못 잘 정도로 바빠요.
잊어버릴 정도로 오래됐어요.
미칠 정도로 좋아요.
성공하도록 최선을 다합니다.
문제가 없도록 확인하세요.
오해가 없도록 설명했습니다.
결과가 좋도록 준비합시다.
모두가 알도록 공지하세요.
다치지 않도록 조심하세요.
비가 오지 않도록 기도해요.
기억하도록 노력하겠습니다.
그가 이해하도록 반복해서 설명했다.
사태가 악화되지 않도록 조치를 취했다.
모두가 만족하도록 합의점을 찾았다.
실수가 없도록 철저히 검토했다.
상황이 호전되도록 최선을 다했다.
진실이 밝혀지도록 노력했다.
평화가 유지되도록 협력했다.
발전이 있도록 지원했다.
그는 숨이 멎도록 달렸다.
그녀는 눈물이 나도록 감동했다.
역사가 기억하도록 기록을 남겼다.
모든 것이 완벽하도록 설계되었다.
진심이 전달되도록 편지를 썼다.
미래가 밝도록 씨앗을 뿌렸다.
전통이 이어지도록 가르쳤다.
세상이 변하도록 목소리를 높였다.
ترکیبهای رایج
Idioms & Expressions
"닳도록"
until worn out
닳도록 닦았어요.
casual"지치도록"
until exhausted
지치도록 연습해요.
neutral"숨이 차도록"
until out of breath
숨이 차도록 뛰었어요.
neutral"눈물이 나도록"
until crying
눈물이 나도록 웃었어요.
neutral"귀가 따갑도록"
until ears hurt (nagging)
귀가 따갑도록 들었어요.
casual"질리도록"
until sick of it
질리도록 먹었어요.
casualEasily Confused
Both are conjunctive.
Manner vs Purpose.
예쁘게 vs 예쁘도록.
Both mean 'for'.
Strict purpose vs General.
공부하기 위해 vs 공부하도록.
Sentence Patterns
Verb + ~도록 + Verb
공부하도록 하세요.
Adjective + ~도록 + Verb
지치도록 뛰었어요.
خانواده کلمه
مرتبط
How to Use It
8
Formality Scale
اشتباهات رایج
It is a conjunctive ending, not a particle for nouns.
~도록 is broader (purpose/extent), ~기 위해 is strictly purpose.
Must attach to the stem, not the past tense marker.
Sometimes ~도록 sounds too formal or instructional.
~게 is more for manner, ~도록 for purpose/extent.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a goal line.
Native usage
Use it for instructions.
Cultural insight
Very common in Korean schools.
Grammar shortcut
Always verb stem + ~도록.
Say it right
Soft 'r' is key.
Don't mistake
Don't add to nouns.
Did you know?
It relates to reaching a point.
Study smart
Use it with 'do' (하다).
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Do (do) + Rock (rock) = Do it until you rock!
Visual Association
A student studying so hard they are rocking back and forth.
Word Web
چالش
Write 3 sentences using ~도록 today.
ریشه کلمه
Korean
Original meaning: Limit or extent
بافت فرهنگی
None.
Used similarly to 'so that' or 'until'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
School
- 공부하도록 하세요
- 잊지 않도록 적으세요
Work
- 문제가 없도록 하세요
- 잘 준비하도록 하세요
Conversation Starters
"How do you study so that you remember?"
"What do you do until you are tired?"
"How to make sure you are not late?"
Journal Prompts
Write about a goal you have.
Describe a time you worked until exhausted.
سوالات متداول
8 سوالNo, only with verbs.
It is neutral and commonly used.
~게 is for manner, ~도록 for purpose/extent.
Usually the main verb is in the final clause.
No, it is very consistent.
No, it is standard.
Yes, it is very common.
Use ~도록.
خودت رو بسنج
공부___ 하세요.
Correct form is ~도록.
What does ~도록 mean?
It indicates purpose.
~도록 can be used for extent.
Yes, it can mean 'until'.
Word
معنی
Matches meanings.
Correct structure.
امتیاز: /5
Summary
Use ~도록 to connect actions to their purpose or limit.
- Used for purpose
- Used for extent
- Attaches to verb stems
- Very common
Memory Palace
Imagine a goal line.
Native usage
Use it for instructions.
Cultural insight
Very common in Korean schools.
Grammar shortcut
Always verb stem + ~도록.
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