Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'be used to' + '-ing' to describe things that are familiar, normal, or no longer strange to you.
- Always include the verb 'be' (am/is/are/was) before 'used to' for current familiarity. Example: 'I am used to the noise.'
- Follow 'used to' with a noun or a gerund (-ing verb). Example: 'She is used to driving in traffic.'
- Never use the base form of the verb after 'be used to'. Example: 'I am used to wake up early' is incorrect.
Overview
be used to예요. 이건 '이거 낯설어'와 '이게 내 평범한 일상이야' 사이를 이어주는 다리 같은 거죠. 대부분의 사람들은 이걸 과거의 습관과 혼동해서 실수하곤 해요.used to 된 거예요.used to와 달리, be used to는 과거, 현재, 미래 시제로 모두 사용할 수 있어요. 일상적인 문자나 가벼운 대화에서 정말 자주 쓰여요. 만약 여러분이 대학 생활을 버텨내고 있다면, 4시간만 자고 식은 피자로 연명하는 것에 이미 used to 되었을지도 모르겠네요.How This Grammar Works
to가 전치사라는 거예요. 이건 부정사의 일부가 아니에요. 이게 바로 대부분의 학습자들이 '아하!' 하고 깨닫는 순간이죠.to가 전치사이기 때문에, 뒤에는 반드시 명사나 동명사(-ing 형태)가 와야 해요. 동사 원형을 쓸 수 없어요. 'excited about'이라는 표현을 생각해보세요.used to 한 거예요. 그 '무언가'가 바로 명사나 동명사죠. 이건 여러분의 현재 현실을 묘사해요.used to 된 거예요. 그게 여러분의 습관이고, 이제는 평범하게 느껴지는 거죠. 친구가 시끄러운 도시 소음에 대해 불평하는데 여러분이 뉴욕에서 자랐다면, 'I am used to the noise (난 소음에 익숙해)'라고 말할 수 있어요.
Formation Pattern
to be 동사의 올바른 형태를 추가하세요. 이건 주어와 시제에 따라 달라져요 (am, is, are, was, were, will be).
used to를 붙이세요.
-ing 동사)나 명사/대명사로 마무리하세요.
Conjugation Table
| Form | Example | Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | I am used to waking up early. |
저는 일찍 일어나는 데 익숙해요. |
| Negative | He isn't used to the cold. |
그는 추위에 익숙하지 않아요. |
| Question | Are you used to using this app? |
이 앱을 사용하는 데 익숙한가요? |
| Past | They were used to loud music. |
그들은 시끄러운 음악에 익숙했어요. |
| Future | You will be used to it soon. |
곧 익숙해질 거예요. |
Politeness Levels
- **Formal
** 'I am quite accustomed to conducting meetings via Zoom.' (면접이나 업무 이메일에서 사용).
- **Informal
** 'I'm used to the lag on this server.' (친구나 동료와의 일반적인 대화).
- **Casual
** 'Yeah, I'm used to it.' (WhatsApp이나 디스코드 채팅에서 아주 짧고 흔하게 사용).
When To Use It
- New Environments: 기숙사로 이사 가서 낯선 사람 5명과 화장실을 같이 쓰는 것에 마침내
used to되었을 때. - Technology: 새 게이밍 마우스를 샀는데 추가 버튼들에
used to되었을 때. - Weather: 플로리다에서 캐나다로 이사 가서 옷을 세 겹씩 껴입는 것에 드디어
used to되었을 때. - Work/Study: 강의 3주 차가 되니 교수님의 독특한 억양에
used to되었을 때. - Social Media: 제품 이름을 소리 내어 말할 때마다 타겟 광고가 뜨는 것에
used to되었을 때. (좀 소름 돋죠?)
Memory Trick
used라는 단어를 Adjusted라고 상상해 보세요.
'I am Adjusted To waking up early.' (나는 일찍 일어나는 것에 적응되었다.)
만약 문장에서 'Adjusted To'가 말이 된다면, -ing 형태를 쓰세요! 과거의 습관에 대해 말할 때(예: 'I used to play soccer'), 'Adjusted To'를 넣으면 말이 안 될 거예요. 'I adjusted to play soccer'? 아니죠. 이렇게 하면 다른 규칙이라는 걸 알 수 있어요.
Common Mistakes
- 1'be' 동사를 빼먹는 경우: 사람들은 'I used to the city'라고 말하곤 해요. 틀렸어요!
am/is/are가 필요해요. 정답: 'I am used to the city.' - 2부정사를 사용하는 경우: 이게 제일 큰 실수죠. 'I am used to wake up early'라고 말하면 영어 선생님이 기절하실 거예요.
-ing를 쓰세요! 정답: 'I am used to waking up early.' - 3'be used to'와 'used to'를 혼동하는 경우: 기억하세요,
used to + infinitive는 과거에는 했지만 지금은 하지 않는 일에 써요.Be used to + -ing는 지금 여러분에게 평범한 일에 쓰는 거예요. - 4'use to'라고 철자를 쓰는 경우: 긍정문에서는 항상 'd'가 붙은
used를 써야 해요. 사람들이 빨리 말할 때 'd' 소리가 잘 안 들리더라도, 쓸 때는 꼭 적어야 해요.
Contrast With Similar Patterns
- Used to + Base Verb: 과거의 습관. 'I used to eat meat' (지금은 채식주의자예요).
- Get used to + Gerund: 변화의 과정. 'I am getting used to the new UI.' (아직 좀 어색하지만, 배우고 있는 중이에요).
- Be used to + Gerund: 변화가 끝난 상태. 'I am used to the new UI.' (이젠 완전히 정상적으로 느껴져요).
Real Conversations
Alex
Sam
used to waking up early for my part-time job. It's not that bad. (난 알바 때문에 일찍 일어나는 거에 used to 돼서. 별거 아냐.)Influencer
Moderator
used to ignoring them by now? (이제 무시하는 데 used to 되셨나요?)Influencer
used to focusing on the positive vibes instead. (완전요. 대신 긍정적인 에너기에 집중하는 데 used to 됐어요.)Quick FAQ
사람한테도 쓸 수 있나요?
네! 'I'm used to my roommate's snoring.' (룸메이트 코 골이에 익숙해요.)
항상 -ing를 써야 하나요?
동사를 쓸 거면 그렇죠. 아니면 그냥 명사를 쓰세요: 'I'm used to the noise.'
여기서 'used'가 '사용하다(utilizar)'라는 뜻인가요?
아뇨! 이 특정 패턴에서는 '익숙한' 또는 '친숙한'이라는 뜻이에요.
미래 시제에도 쓸 수 있나요?
당연하죠. 'Don't worry, you'll be used to the new system by Monday.' (걱정 마, 월요일이면 새 시스템에 used to 될 거야.)
Progressive Practice
인생에서 새로운 것을 하나 찾아보세요 (새 핸드폰, 새로운 도시, 새로운 식단).
처음에는 왜 그게 이상하게 느껴졌는지 한 문장으로 써보세요.
be used to를 사용해서 지금은 어떤 느낌인지 묘사하는 두 번째 문장을 써보세요.
부정문으로도 만들어 보세요: 아직 used to 되지 않은 것은 무엇인가요?
이 구조를 사용해서 친구에게 취미에 대해 질문해 보세요.
Conjugating 'Be Used To'
| Subject | Verb 'Be' | Used To | Object (Noun/Gerund) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
I
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am / was
|
used to
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the noise / working
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You
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are / were
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used to
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the weather / driving
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He/She/It
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is / was
|
used to
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the food / waking up
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We
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are / were
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used to
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the rules / living here
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They
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are / were
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used to
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the traffic / commuting
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Common Contractions
| Full Form | Contraction | Negative Contraction |
|---|---|---|
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I am used to
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I'm used to
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I'm not used to
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You are used to
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You're used to
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You aren't used to
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He is used to
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He's used to
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He isn't used to
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We are used to
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We're used to
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We aren't used to
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Meanings
To be familiar with something so that it no longer seems surprising, difficult, or strange.
Current State of Familiarity
Describing a present situation where you feel comfortable or adjusted to a specific environment or habit.
“I am used to working late on Tuesdays.”
“He is used to the cold weather in Canada.”
The Process of Adjustment (Get used to)
Using 'get' instead of 'be' to describe the transition from something being strange to becoming familiar.
“It took me a while to get used to the new software.”
“You will soon get used to the commute.”
Past Familiarity
Describing a state of being accustomed to something in the past that may or may not continue now.
“When I lived in the city, I was used to hearing sirens all night.”
“They weren't used to such high levels of humidity.”
Reference Table
| 패턴 | 의미 | 예시 |
|---|---|---|
|
Be used to + -ing
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~에 익숙하다/친숙하다 (현재 상태)
|
I'm used to waking up early.
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Get used to + -ing
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~에 익숙해지는 과정
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I'm getting used to waking up early.
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Used to + infinitive
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과거 습관/상태 (더 이상 아님)
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I used to wake up late.
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Be used for + noun/-ing
|
도구의 목적
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This knife is used for cutting bread.
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Be used as + noun
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도구의 기능/역할
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This box can be used as a table.
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격식 수준 스펙트럼
I have become accustomed to the revised schedule. (Workplace)
I'm used to the new schedule. (Workplace)
I'm cool with the new hours. (Workplace)
I'm down with the new shift. (Workplace)
Be Used To + -ing: 당신의 '익숙함' 영역
구조
- Subject e.g., I, She, We (주어)
- Be verb am, is, are, was, were (Be 동사)
- Used to The fixed phrase (고정된 구문)
- Gerund Verb + -ing (동명사)
활용
- Current Habits Routine actions (현재 습관)
- Adaptation Adjusted to new situations (적응)
- Comfort Zone Things that feel normal (편안한 영역)
- Nouns too! Used to + noun (e.g., the cold) (명사도 가능!)
대조되는 표현
- Used to + Inf. Past habits, no longer true (Used to + 동사원형)
- Get Used To + -ing Process of adapting (Get Used To + -ing)
Used To: 다양한 표현들
어떤 'Used To'를 사용해야 할까요?
더 이상 존재하지 않는 과거 습관이나 상태에 대해 이야기하고 있나요?
어떤 것에 '익숙해지는 과정'을 설명하고 있나요?
어떤 것에 이미 '익숙한 상태'를 설명하고 있나요?
우리가 익숙해지는 활동들
일상 루틴
- • waking up early
- • commuting
- • cooking healthy
- • exercising daily
새로운 환경
- • the city noise
- • cold weather
- • driving on the left
- • new food
직장 생활
- • working remotely
- • long meetings
- • managing deadlines
- • new software
사회생활
- • speaking English
- • meeting new people
- • large gatherings
- • different customs
수준별 예문
I am used to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
She is used to the noise.
She is used to the noise.
Are you used to the food?
Are you used to the food?
They are not used to the sun.
They are not used to the sun.
I am used to my new car.
I am used to my new car.
He isn't used to the new teacher.
He isn't used to the new teacher.
We are getting used to the new house.
We are getting used to the new house.
Is she used to her new phone?
Is she used to her new phone?
I am used to waking up at 6 AM.
I am used to waking up at 6 AM.
She is used to working in a team.
She is used to working in a team.
They aren't used to eating so late.
They aren't used to eating so late.
Are you used to living in a flat?
Are you used to living in a flat?
I've finally gotten used to the way he speaks.
I've finally gotten used to the way he speaks.
She was used to being the best in her class.
She was used to being the best in her class.
You'll get used to the pressure of the job.
You'll get used to the pressure of the job.
We weren't used to having so much free time.
We weren't used to having so much free time.
He is quite used to being criticized by the media.
He is quite used to being criticized by the media.
I'm not used to such blatant disregard for the rules.
I'm not used to such blatant disregard for the rules.
Having lived in Tokyo, she was used to navigating crowded trains.
Having lived in Tokyo, she was used to navigating crowded trains.
They had become used to the silence of the desert.
They had become used to the silence of the desert.
The seasoned diplomat was used to parrying difficult questions.
The seasoned diplomat was used to parrying difficult questions.
One eventually becomes used to the ephemeral nature of fame.
One eventually becomes used to the ephemeral nature of fame.
She was used to the rhythmic, almost hypnotic, sound of the loom.
She was used to the rhythmic, almost hypnotic, sound of the loom.
He was used to his authority being absolute and unquestioned.
He was used to his authority being absolute and unquestioned.
혼동하기 쉬운
Learners mix up 'I used to drive' (past habit) and 'I am used to driving' (current familiarity).
Learners think 'be used to' and 'get used to' are identical.
Learners use 'used to' to talk about present habits.
자주 하는 실수
I used to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
I am use to the cold.
I am used to the cold.
I am used the cold.
I am used to the cold.
He used to the rain.
He is used to the rain.
I am used to drive.
I am used to driving.
Are you used to the new job?
Are you used to the new job?
I not used to this.
I am not used to this.
I used to living here.
I am used to living here.
I am used to wake up early.
I am used to waking up early.
I've used to the noise.
I've gotten used to the noise.
I am used to be told what to do.
I am used to being told what to do.
문장 패턴
I am used to ___.
She isn't used to ___ing ___.
It took me a long time to get used to ___.
Are you used to ___ yet?
Real World Usage
I am used to working under tight deadlines.
Still not used to the new update! #tech
Are you used to the local currency yet?
Ugh, not used to this heat wave.
Are you used to the side effects of the medication?
I'm getting used to the new neighborhood.
'Be 동사'를 찾아보세요!
I used to play soccer.
'-ing' 형태가 핵심!
I am used to eating kimchi.
'나한테 이제 익숙한 일'이라고 생각해보세요!
새로운 문화에 적응하기
명사도 괜찮아요!
Smart Tips
Check if there is a 'be' verb before 'used'. If yes, add -ing!
Use 'get used to' to describe your journey of adjustment.
Use 'accustomed to' instead of 'used to' for a more professional tone.
Use the present perfect: 'I still haven't gotten used to...'
발음
The 'd' in 'used'
In 'used to', the 'd' is often silent or blends into the 't' of 'to'. It sounds like /juːst tuː/.
The 's' sound
The 's' in 'used to' is unvoiced /s/, unlike the verb 'to use' which has a voiced /z/.
Stress on 'used'
I am USED to it.
Emphasizing that you are indeed familiar, perhaps after someone doubted you.
암기하기
기억법
Remember: 'BE used to -ING'. If you see the verb 'BE', you must use the '-ING'.
시각적 연상
Imagine a person standing comfortably in a snowstorm. They are wearing a t-shirt and smiling. They are 'used to' the cold. The 'BE' verb is like the t-shirt—it's part of their current state.
Rhyme
With a 'be' and a 'to', the '-ing' is for you!
Story
When I first moved to the city, the sirens kept me awake. I was NOT used to the noise. After a month, I started GETTING used to it. Now, I AM used to the noise and I sleep like a baby.
Word Web
챌린지
Look around your room. Find three things you are used to (e.g., 'I am used to the color of my walls') and one thing you are still getting used to.
문화 노트
British people often use 'be used to' when discussing the weather or queuing. It's a way of showing resilience.
In the US, this is frequently used when discussing long commutes or large food portions.
This is the primary grammar rule used in 'Culture Shock' workshops to describe the adjustment phase.
The word 'used' comes from the Old French 'user', meaning 'to practice or be accustomed to'.
대화 시작하기
What is something about your city that visitors aren't used to?
Are you used to waking up early, or are you a night owl?
Tell me about a habit you're still getting used to.
If you moved to a different country, what would be the hardest thing to get used to?
일기 주제
자주 하는 실수
Test Yourself
He ___ used to working in a team.
Find and fix the mistake:
I am used to drive my kids to school every day.
Translate into English: 'Ella está acostumbrada a levantarse temprano.'
Answer starts with: ["S...
Arrange the words in the correct order:
All words placed
Click words above to build the sentence
Score: /4
연습 문제
8 exercisesI am not used to ___ (eat) such a large breakfast.
Which sentence is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
She is used to wake up at 5 AM every morning.
Driving on the left is now normal for me.
1. I used to run. 2. I am used to running.
A: How is the new job? B: It's hard, I'm not ___ the long hours yet.
You can use 'be used to' with a noun.
not / I / used / am / to / weather / this
Score: /8
Practice Bank
12 exercisesThey were used to ___ all night for exams.
My cat ___ used to sleeping on my bed.
We are used to live in a small apartment.
He isn't used to the long hours, he needs to getting used to them.
Choose the correct sentence:
Choose the correct sentence:
Translate into English: 'Nosotros no estamos acostumbrados al silencio de aquí.'
Translate into English: '¿Estás acostumbrado a vivir solo?'
Arrange these words into a sentence:
Arrange these words into a sentence:
Match the subjects with the correct form:
Match the beginnings with the correct endings:
Score: /12
자주 묻는 질문 (8)
`Used to` describes a past habit (e.g., 'I used to smoke'). `Be used to` describes current familiarity (e.g., 'I am used to the noise').
No. You must say `I am used to swimming`. The 'to' is a preposition, so it needs a gerund.
Not exactly. `Get used to` is the process of becoming familiar. `Be used to` is the final state of being familiar.
Yes! 'You will soon be used to the new system.'
Because 'used' is acting as an adjective (like 'tired' or 'bored').
Yes, absolutely. 'I am used to the city.'
It is neutral and used in all contexts, from casual chat to business meetings.
Use the negative: 'I am not used to...' or 'I haven't gotten used to...'
Scaffolded Practice
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Mastery Progress
Needs Practice
Improving
Strong
Mastered
In Other Languages
Estar acostumbrado a + infinitivo
Spanish uses infinitive; English uses gerund.
Être habitué à + infinitif
English uses 'be' + 'used to' + '-ing'.
An etwas gewöhnt sein
German uses 'zu' + infinitive; English uses 'to' + '-ing'.
〜に慣れている (ni narete iru)
Japanese doesn't have a gerund/infinitive distinction in the same way.
معتاد على (mu'tad 'ala)
Preposition choice and verb form.
习惯 (xíguàn)
English requires the 'be' verb and specific verb endings.
Learning Path
Prerequisites
관련 동영상
01:40 Wedding Scene Romeo + Juliet (1996)
12:58 Homebody in New York | What I Eat in a Day (easy meals, food I've been craving, fitness journey)
02:38 Scary Movie 3 (5/11) Movie CLIP - The Wrong TV (2003) HD
[EngForYou] be used to / get used to / used to (~에 익숙하다, ~하곤 했다) 차이점 완벽 정리!
EngForYou
[세수영] Used to, Be Used to, Get Used to 한방에 끝내기
세상에없던쉬운영어
[라이브 아카데미] '익숙하다' 영어로 표현하기 (be used to / get used to)
라이브아카데미
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분사 구문: 동작과 주어 일치시키기
Overview 혹시 인스타그램 팔로워들에게 아침 커피가 긴 잠을 자고 나서 `feeling refreshed`한 기분이라고 실수로 말한 적이 있...
수동형 동명사 및 부정사 (being done / to be done)
Overview 다른 사람에 의해 `being directed`(감독되는) 영화 속 엑스트라가 된 기분을 느껴본 적 있나요? 아니면 퇴근 전 중요...
Stop + 동명사 vs. 부정사: 그만두기 vs. 잠시 멈추기
Overview 혹시 이메일을 확인하려고 잠깐 쉬는 거였는데, 실수로 직장을 그만뒀다고 말해본 적 있어? 시트콤의 한 장면 같지만,...
Infinitives and Gerunds: Verb Patterns (Want to Go / Enjoy Going)
## Infinitives and Gerunds: Verb Patterns ### Verbs + to + infinitive - **want**: I want **to eat**. - **need**: She ne...
영어 분사 구문: 동시에 두 가지 일을 하는 것 (V-ing)
### Overview 영어 학습의 여정에서 C1 레벨, 즉 고급 단계에 도달했다는 것은 단순히 문법 규칙을 아는 것을 넘어, 언어의 '경...
