A1 Collocation 중립

Stay home.

Remain at one's house.

To remain at your residence rather than leaving it.

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문화적 배경

The 'Stay-at-home mom' (SAHM) is a very common cultural label. There is often a lot of public debate about the economic and social value of this role. British people are more likely to say 'stay at home' or 'stay in.' 'Stay home' is often perceived as an Americanism, though it is becoming more common. The concept of 'Hygge' (coziness) makes staying home a highly valued social activity, often involving candles, friends, and comfort food. The phrase became a symbol of solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using the hashtag #StayHome was a way to show you were doing your part for public health.

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American vs British

If you want to sound more American, drop the 'at'. If you want to sound more British, keep it.

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No 'to'!

Never say 'stay to home'. It is the most common mistake for beginners.

To remain at your residence rather than leaving it.

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American vs British

If you want to sound more American, drop the 'at'. If you want to sound more British, keep it.

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No 'to'!

Never say 'stay to home'. It is the most common mistake for beginners.

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The Adjective Form

Remember to use hyphens for 'stay-at-home parent'. It makes your writing look professional.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'stay home'.

I was feeling very tired yesterday, so I ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stayed home

The sentence uses 'yesterday,' so we need the past tense.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Pick the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I want to stay home.

'Want' requires 'to' before the next verb, but 'stay home' does not need a preposition between the words.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Are you coming to the party? B: No, I think I'll ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stay home

'I'll' (I will) is followed by the base form of the verb.

Match the reason to the action.

Why would someone stay home?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Because they have a fever and a cough.

Staying home is the standard action when you are sick.

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시각 학습 자료

Reasons to Stay Home

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Health

  • Flu
  • Cold
  • Tiredness
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Weather

  • Rain
  • Snow
  • Storm
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Fun

  • Movies
  • Reading
  • Cooking

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'stay home'. Fill Blank A1

I was feeling very tired yesterday, so I ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stayed home

The sentence uses 'yesterday,' so we need the past tense.

Which sentence is grammatically correct? Choose A2

Pick the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I want to stay home.

'Want' requires 'to' before the next verb, but 'stay home' does not need a preposition between the words.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Are you coming to the party? B: No, I think I'll ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: stay home

'I'll' (I will) is followed by the base form of the verb.

Match the reason to the action. situation_matching A1

Why would someone stay home?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Because they have a fever and a cough.

Staying home is the standard action when you are sick.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

5 질문

Yes, in this phrase 'home' acts as an adverb, so no preposition is needed.

It is grammatically correct but sounds very redundant. Just say 'I stay home'.

'Stay home' means you are at your house. 'Stay in' means you aren't going out for social fun.

Both are correct. 'Stayed home' is more common in American English.

No, you should say 'stay at the hotel' or 'stay in'. 'Home' only refers to your residence.

관련 표현

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stay in

similar

To not go out for social entertainment.

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work from home

specialized form

To do your job at your house.

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stay put

similar

To remain in one's current location.

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go out

contrast

To leave the house for fun.

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