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Formal 'Through' or 'Via' (-을/를 통하여)

Use -을/를 통하여 to formally describe the medium or channel used to achieve a specific result.
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Use -을/를 통하여 to indicate a medium, method, or channel through which an action occurs.

  • Attach to nouns to indicate a channel: 인터넷을 통하여 (via the internet).
  • Use as a formal alternative to -으로/로: 설문조사를 통하여 (through a survey).
  • Conjugate as -통해 for casual speech or -통하여 for formal writing.
Noun + 을/를 + 통하여/통해 + Verb

Overview

In Korean, the expression -을/를 통하여 (romanized: -eul/reul tonghayeo) serves a crucial role in formally indicating the medium, channel, or method through which an action is carried out or a state is realized. It translates most accurately to "through," "via," or "by means of" in English, conveying a sense of process and instrumentality. This grammatical pattern is derived from the verb 통하다 (通하다, tonghada), which fundamentally means "to pass through," "to flow," or "to communicate," combined with the formal connective -아/어/여서 (in its shortened, more literary form, -하여).

Consequently, -을/를 통하여 highlights the specific pathway or conduit an action takes to reach its conclusion.

While simpler particles like -(으)로 exist for general means or tools, -을/를 통하여 specifically designates an intermediate entity—be it a person, a system, an abstract concept, or a form of communication—as the channel for an action. It carries a distinctly formal and written nuance, making it highly prevalent in academic texts, news reports, official documents, and professional communications. Understanding its usage is essential for learners who aim to comprehend and produce Korean that moves beyond basic conversational registers towards a more sophisticated and precise expression.

How This Grammar Works

This grammatical pattern attaches directly to a noun, which represents the medium, channel, or intermediary. The combination of the noun, the objective particle (-을 or -를), and 통하여 forms an adverbial phrase that modifies the main verb in the sentence. This structure clarifies how or by what means the action of the verb is accomplished.
For instance, if you learn something via a particular platform, that platform becomes the noun + 을/를 통하여 element, providing the necessary contextual information.
The core function of 통하여 is to emphasize an indirect yet instrumental relationship. It implies a process or a journey, distinguishing it from a direct tool. Think of it as a bridge connecting the subject's action to its object or outcome.
The choice between -을 and -를 follows the standard Korean objective particle rules, dictated by whether the preceding noun ends in a consonant (batchim) or a vowel. This specific particle use is not arbitrary; it formally marks the noun as the object that is being utilized or passed through in the process. The phrase itself is grammatically stable, meaning it does not conjugate for tense, honorifics, or politeness levels; these aspects are handled by the main verb at the end of the sentence.
For example, when you say 친구를 통하여 소식을 들었습니다 (I heard the news through a friend), 친구 (friend) is identified as the intermediary. The formal particle -를 links 친구 to 통하여, clearly establishing the friend as the channel for receiving the news. Similarly, 노력을 통하여 성공했습니다 (I succeeded through effort) illustrates 노력 (effort) as the abstract means leading to success, underscoring the process involved rather than merely stating 노력으로 성공했습니다 (I succeeded by effort), which might imply a more direct, less process-oriented connection.

Formation Pattern

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The formation of -을/를 통하여 is systematic and depends solely on the final sound of the preceding noun. It follows the same rule as the standard objective markers 을/를.
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Rule:
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If the preceding noun ends in a consonant (받침, batchim), append -을 통하여.
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If the preceding noun ends in a vowel (받침 없음, batchim eopseum), append -를 통하여.
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Here is a detailed table illustrating the formation:
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| Noun Type | Final Sound | Particle | Combined Form | Romanization | English Meaning |
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|:----------------|:--------------|:---------|:----------------------|:-------------------------|:------------------------------|
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| Consonant-ending Noun |
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| 인터넷 (internet) | ㅌ (consonant) | -을 | 인터넷을 통하여 | inteoneseul tonghayeo | via the internet |
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| 경험 (experience) | ㅁ (consonant) | -을 | 경험을 통하여 | gyeongheomeul tonghayeo | through experience |
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| 교육 (education) | ㄱ (consonant) | -을 | 교육을 통하여 | gyoyugeul tonghayeo | through education |
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| 정보 (information) | ㅂ (consonant) | -을 | 정보를 통하여 | jeongboreul tonghayeo | via information |
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| 앱 (app) | ㅂ (consonant) | -을 | 앱을 통하여 | aebeul tonghayeo | through the app |
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| 뉴스 (news) | 스 (vowel sound) | -를 | 뉴스를 통하여 | nyuseureul tonghayeo | via the news |
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| Vowel-ending Noun |
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| 친구 (friend) | ㅜ (vowel) | -를 | 친구를 통하여 | chingureul tonghayeo | through a friend |
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| 유튜브 (YouTube) | ㅜ (vowel) | -를 | 유튜브를 통하여 | yutyubeureul tonghayeo | via YouTube |
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| 대화 (conversation) | ㅏ (vowel) | -를 | 대화를 통하여 | daehwareul tonghayeo | through conversation |
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| 방송 (broadcast) | ㅇ (vowel) | -를 | 방송을 통하여 | bangsongeul tonghayeo | via broadcast |
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| 회사 (company) | ㅏ (vowel) | -를 | 회사를 통하여 | hoesareul tonghayeo | through the company |
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This straightforward rule ensures consistent application across various nouns, allowing learners to confidently construct phrases that designate a formal intermediary. Note that 정보 (information) ends with a vowel in its pronunciation, despite the final ㅂ in the 보 block; however, in grammatical application for particle attachment, 보 is considered to end in a vowel sound for simplicity here. When speaking, the final ㅂ sound often links, but for written particle attachment, it's the visual structure of the character that matters. 정보 typically takes -를.
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정보 (jeongbo) ends with a vowel, so it takes -를. The example 정보를 통하여 is correct.
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뉴스 (nyuseu) ends with a vowel, so it takes -를. The example 뉴스를 통하여 is correct.
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My previous internal thought process might have misidentified the last characters of 정보 and 뉴스 as consonant-ending when they are vowel-ending.
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Let's refine the examples in the table to be perfectly accurate for vowel/consonant ending:
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| Noun Type | Noun (Korean) | Final Sound | Particle | Combined Form | Romanization | English Meaning |
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|:----------------|:--------------|:--------------|:---------|:----------------------|:-------------------------|:------------------------------|
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| Consonant-ending Noun |
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| 인터넷 | 인터넷 | ㅌ (consonant) | -을 | 인터넷을 통하여 | inteoneseul tonghayeo | via the internet |
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| 경험 | 경험 | ㅁ (consonant) | -을 | 경험을 통하여 | gyeongheomeul tonghayeo | through experience |
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| 교육 | 교육 | ㄱ (consonant) | -을 | 교육을 통하여 | gyoyugeul tonghayeo | through education |
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| 앱 | 앱 | ㅂ (consonant) | -을 | 앱을 통하여 | aebeul tonghayeo | through the app |
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| Vowel-ending Noun |
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| 친구 | 친구 | ㅜ (vowel) | -를 | 친구를 통하여 | chingureul tonghayeo | through a friend |
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| 유튜브 | 유튜브 | ㅜ (vowel) | -를 | 유튜브를 통하여 | yutyubeureul tonghayeo | via YouTube |
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| 대화 | 대화 | ㅏ (vowel) | -를 | 대화를 통하여 | daehwareul tonghayeo | through conversation |
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| 회사 | 회사 | ㅏ (vowel) | -를 | 회사를 통하여 | hoesareul tonghayeo | through the company |
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| 뉴스 | 뉴스 | ㅡ (vowel) | -를 | 뉴스를 통하여 | nyuseureul tonghayeo | via the news |
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| 정보 | 정보 | ㅗ (vowel) | -를 | 정보를 통하여 | jeongboreul tonghayeo | via information |
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This refined table clarifies the attachment rules based on the true final sound of the character block, which determines the correct particle.

When To Use It

-을/를 통하여 is employed in contexts demanding formality, precision, and a clear articulation of a structured or indirect channel. Its application can be broadly categorized into several key scenarios.
1. Formal Communication and Written Contexts:
This is the primary domain for -을/를 통하여. It is the preferred choice in academic writing, official reports, legal documents, news articles, and formal presentations. Using this pattern elevates the tone and adds gravitas to the statement, signifying a well-considered and established pathway.
  • 연구를 통하여 새로운 치료법이 개발되었습니다. (A new treatment method was developed through research.)
  • 정부는 보도자료를 통하여 입장을 발표했습니다. (The government announced its position via a press release.)
  • 회의록을 통하여 논의 내용을 확인했습니다. (I confirmed the discussion details through the meeting minutes.)
2. Digital and Mediated Communication:
In the modern era, interactions often occur through digital platforms. -을/를 통하여 is ideally suited to specify these channels, such as apps, websites, emails, or social media, as the means of communication or action.
  • 이메일을 통하여 필요한 서류를 제출해 주세요. (Please submit the required documents via email.)
  • 웹사이트를 통하여 참가 신청을 할 수 있습니다. (You can apply to participate through the website.)
  • 소셜 미디어를 통하여 캠페인이 확산되었습니다. (The campaign spread via social media.)
3. Indirect Agents or Intermediaries:
When an action is performed or facilitated by another person, group, or organization acting as a go-between, -을/를 통하여 is used. This emphasizes their role as a channel, not necessarily the direct performer of the action.
  • 대사관을 통하여 비자를 신청해야 합니다. (You must apply for a visa through the embassy.)
  • 친구를 통하여 좋은 정보를 얻었습니다. (I got good information through a friend.)
  • 전문가를 통하여 상담을 받을 예정입니다. (I plan to receive counseling through a specialist.)
4. Abstract Means or Processes:
This pattern is frequently used to describe how abstract concepts, efforts, or experiences serve as the means to achieve a particular outcome. It indicates that a process or journey involving these abstract elements leads to the result.
  • 지속적인 노력을 통하여 목표를 달성할 수 있습니다. (You can achieve your goals through continuous effort.)
  • 다양한 경험을 통하여 성장했습니다. (I grew through various experiences.)
  • 소통을 통하여 오해를 풀었습니다. (I resolved the misunderstanding through communication.)
5. Official Channels or Systems:
When referring to established procedures, systems, or organizational structures as the means to accomplish something, -을/를 통하여 is appropriate. This denotes adherence to a predefined process.
  • 공식 절차를 통하여 문의해 주시기 바랍니다. (Please inquire through official procedures.)
  • 회사의 시스템을 통하여 업무를 처리합니다. (I process tasks through the company's system.)
  • 정기적인 교육을 통하여 직원의 역량을 강화합니다. (We strengthen employees' capabilities through regular training.)

Common Mistakes

Learners often encounter difficulties distinguishing -을/를 통하여 from other seemingly similar particles and expressions. Precision in usage is key to mastering this formal pattern.
1. Confusing with -(으)로 for Direct Tools:
One of the most common errors is using -을/를 통하여 for direct, physical tools that one uses to perform an action. -(으)로 is the appropriate particle for such instruments.
  • Incorrect: 펜을 통하여 편지를 썼습니다. (I wrote a letter through a pen.)
  • Correct: 펜으로 편지를 썼습니다. (I wrote a letter with a pen.)
  • Why it's wrong: 펜 (pen) is a direct, physical instrument, not an abstract channel or intermediary process. -을/를 통하여 implies a more indirect, systemic, or abstract means.
2. Omitting the Objective Markers 을/를:
While in very casual speech, particles can sometimes be omitted, it is grammatically incorrect and highly unnatural in formal contexts to drop 을/를 before 통하여.
  • Incorrect: 인터넷 통하여 정보를 얻었다.
  • Correct: 인터넷을 통하여 정보를 얻었습니다. (I obtained information via the Internet.)
  • Why it's wrong: The particles 을/를 are essential to mark the preceding noun as the object through which the action is directed or performed, establishing a clear grammatical relationship.
3. Using for Simple Physical Passage:
-을/를 통하여 describes a medium or channel, not literal movement through a physical space like a tunnel, door, or crowded area. For physical passage, use -(을/를) 지나서 or -(을/를) 거쳐서.
  • Incorrect: 터널을 통하여 차가 지나갔습니다. (A car passed through the tunnel.)
  • Correct: 터널을 지나서 차가 지나갔습니다. (A car passed through the tunnel.)
  • Why it's wrong: 통하여 conveys an abstract or informational conduit, not a spatial trajectory. 지나서 (passing by/through) or 거쳐서 (passing through/via a route) are appropriate for physical movement.
4. Using for Simple Causes or Reasons:
-을/를 통하여 describes how something happened, not why. If you want to state the direct reason or cause for an event, especially a negative one, -(으)로 인해 or -(으)로 말미암아 (formal) or -(으)로 (neutral) or - 때문에 (general) are more suitable.
  • Incorrect: 교통 체증을 통하여 회의에 늦었습니다. (I was late for the meeting through traffic congestion.)
  • Correct: 교통 체증 때문에 회의에 늦었습니다. (I was late for the meeting due to traffic congestion.)
  • Why it's wrong: Traffic congestion is a cause, not a channel or medium for the action of being late. - 때문에 explicitly states the reason.
5. Overusing in Highly Casual Settings:
Because of its inherent formality, using -을/를 통하여 in very casual conversations can sound unnatural, stiff, or even pretentious. For informal situations, -(으)로 or -(으)로 통해서 are typically preferred.
  • Awkward (in casual talk): 친구를 통하여 그 소식 들었어. (I heard that news through a friend.)
  • More Natural (casual): 친구한테서 그 소식 들었어. (I heard that news from a friend.) or 친구 통해서 그 소식 들었어.
  • Why it's awkward: Its formal nature clashes with the relaxed context, making the speaker sound overly verbose or self-important.
| Pattern | Primary Use | Example (Korean) | English Meaning |
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| -을/를 통하여 | Formal medium, abstract channel, indirect process, written contexts | 인터넷을 통하여 정보를 얻다. | Obtain information via the Internet. |
| -을/를 통해서 | Neutral/informal version of -을/를 통하여, more common in speech | 인터넷을 통해서 정보를 얻다. | Obtain information via the Internet. |
| -(으)로 | Direct tool, method, material, direction, status | 펜으로 편지를 쓰다., 서울로 가다. | Write with a pen. Go to Seoul. |
| - 때문에 | Direct reason, cause (can be positive or negative, often negative) | 비 때문에 경기가 취소되다. | Game canceled due to rain. |
| -(으)로 인해 / -(으)로 말미암아 | Formal reasons/causes (often for serious consequences or official statements) | 부주의로 인해 사고가 발생했다. | An accident occurred due to carelessness. |
| -(을/를) 지나서 / -(을/를) 거쳐서 | Physical passage through a space or sequence of places | 터널을 지나서 오세요., 부산을 거쳐 서울에 도착했다. | Come through the tunnel. Arrived in Seoul via Busan. |

Real Conversations

Observing -을/를 통하여 in conversational excerpts, especially in formal or semi-formal settings, helps solidify its practical application.

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Scenario 1

At a University Information Session

This scenario demonstrates formal usage when discussing official channels and information dissemination.

- A: 이번 학기 등록금 납부는 어떤 방법으로 가능한가요?

(How can I pay tuition fees for this semester?)

- B: 학교 포털 시스템을 통하여 온라인으로 납부하실 수 있습니다.

(You can pay online through the university portal system.)

- A: 혹시 문의 사항이 있다면 어디로 연락해야 할까요?

(If I have any inquiries, where should I contact?)

- B: 행정실을 통하여 담당 부서에 연결해 드릴 수 있습니다.

(We can connect you to the relevant department through the administrative office.)

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Scenario 2

Discussing Professional Development

Here, the grammar is used to explain the means of skill acquisition or project execution in a professional context.

- A: 이 프로젝트는 어떻게 진행 상황을 공유하고 있습니까?

(How is the progress of this project being shared?)

- B: 주간 보고서를 통하여 팀원들과 진행 상황을 공유하고 있습니다.

(We are sharing progress with team members through weekly reports.)

- A: 새로운 기술은 주로 어떤 경로로 배우셨나요?

(What channels did you mainly use to learn new technologies?)

- B: 온라인 강좌와 동료들의 피드백을 통하여 많이 배웠습니다.

(I learned a lot through online courses and feedback from colleagues.)

Quick FAQ

Addressing common questions can clarify specific nuances of -을/를 통하여.
Q: What is the primary difference between -을/를 통하여 and -을/를 통해서?
A: Both expressions convey the same meaning of "through" or "via." The distinction is primarily one of register and formality. -을/를 통하여 is the more formal and literary/written form, typically found in official documents, news, academic papers, and highly polite speech. -을/를 통해서 is its more common, spoken, and slightly less formal equivalent.
In everyday conversation, -을/를 통해서 is much more prevalent, while -을/를 통하여 is reserved for contexts requiring a heightened level of formality. You can think of -을/를 통하여 as the formal attire and -을/를 통해서 as smart casual.
Q: Can -을/를 통하여 be used with people?
A: Absolutely. When a person acts as an intermediary, a messenger, or a channel for information or action, -을/를 통하여 is perfectly appropriate. For example, 친구를 통하여 소식을 들었습니다 (I heard the news through a friend) or 교수님을 통하여 연구 기회를 얻었습니다 (I got a research opportunity through my professor).
The person is treated as the conduit for the information or opportunity.
Q: Does the form of 통하여 change based on tense or politeness?
A: No, the 을/를 통하여 part itself remains constant regardless of tense, honorifics, or politeness levels. These grammatical aspects are expressed solely by the main verb at the end of the sentence. For instance, 인터넷을 통하여 배웠습니다 (learned via the internet) and 인터넷을 통하여 배울 거예요 (will learn via the internet) both use the identical 인터넷을 통하여 construction.
Q: What is the Hanja {漢字} for 통하다 (tonghada)?
A: The Hanja is 通 (통). This character inherently carries meanings related to "to pass through," "to communicate," "to be connected," or "to be understood." This underlying meaning directly informs the usage of 통하여 as a channel or medium. You can see this 통 in other Korean words like 통화 (通話, tonghwa - phone call, literally "communicating speech"), 교통 (交通, gyotong - traffic, literally "intersecting passage"), and 이해하다 (理解하다, ihae-hada - to understand, with 해 implying "to solve" or "to open," thus "to solve through reason").
Q: Is it appropriate to use -을/를 통하여 for physical passage, like going through a door or a forest?
A: Generally, no. While the root verb 통하다 can imply physical passage, the grammatical pattern -을/를 통하여 has evolved to primarily denote a non-physical medium, channel, or abstract process. For literal physical movement through a space, more suitable expressions include -(을/를) 지나서 (passing by/through) or -(을/를) 거쳐서 (passing through/via a route or stopover).
For instance, you would say 숲을 지나서 갔다 (went through the forest) rather than 숲을 통하여 갔다.
Q: In what specific situations would I definitively choose -을/를 통하여 over -(으)로 or -(으)로 통해서?
A: Choose -을/를 통하여 when:
  • You are writing formally (academic papers, reports, news).
  • You are giving a formal presentation or speech.
  • The context requires a high degree of precision and professionalism.
  • The

Formation of -을/를 통하여

Noun Ending Particle Formal Form Neutral Form
Consonant
-을
을 통하여
을 통해
Vowel
-를
를 통하여
를 통해

Contractions

Full Form Shortened Form
통하여
통해

Meanings

Indicates the means, method, or channel through which an action is performed or information is transmitted.

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Method/Means

Using a specific tool or method to achieve a result.

“대화를 통하여 문제를 해결합시다.”

“경험을 통하여 배웠습니다.”

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Channel/Medium

Passing through a physical or digital space.

“창문을 통하여 빛이 들어옵니다.”

“인터넷을 통하여 정보를 찾았습니다.”

Reference Table

Reference table for Formal 'Through' or 'Via' (-을/를 통하여)
Form Structure Example
Affirmative
Noun + 을/를 + 통하여
이메일을 통하여 보냈습니다.
Negative
Noun + 을/를 + 통하지 않고
이메일을 통하지 않고 보냈습니다.
Question
Noun + 을/를 + 통하여 했나요?
이메일을 통하여 했나요?
Past
Noun + 을/를 + 통하여 했다
이메일을 통하여 했습니다.
Future
Noun + 을/를 + 통하여 할 것이다
이메일을 통하여 할 것입니다.
Shortened
Noun + 을/를 + 통해
이메일을 통해 보냈습니다.

Formality Spectrum

Formal
친구를 통하여 들었습니다.

친구를 통하여 들었습니다. (Casual conversation)

Neutral
친구를 통해 들었어요.

친구를 통해 들었어요. (Casual conversation)

Informal
친구를 통해 들었어.

친구를 통해 들었어. (Casual conversation)

Slang
친구한테 들었어.

친구한테 들었어. (Casual conversation)

Mediative Flow

Action

Medium

  • 인터넷 Internet
  • 대화 Conversation
  • 설문 Survey
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Examples by Level

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인터넷을 통해 찾았어요.

I found it via the internet.

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책을 통해 배웠어요.

I learned through a book.

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친구를 통해 알았어요.

I found out through a friend.

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뉴스를 통해 봤어요.

I saw it through the news.

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대화를 통해 해결합시다.

Let's solve it through conversation.

2

경험을 통해 성장해요.

I grow through experience.

3

이메일을 통해 연락하세요.

Please contact me via email.

4

설문을 통해 조사했어요.

I researched through a survey.

1

회의를 통하여 결정했습니다.

We decided through a meeting.

2

중개인을 통하여 계약했어요.

I signed the contract through an agent.

3

창문을 통하여 빛이 들어와요.

Light comes in through the window.

4

교육을 통하여 자격증을 땄어요.

I got the certificate through training.

1

정부는 법안을 통하여 규제합니다.

The government regulates through legislation.

2

데이터 분석을 통하여 결과를 도출했습니다.

We derived results through data analysis.

3

협상을 통하여 합의에 도달했습니다.

We reached an agreement through negotiation.

4

다양한 채널을 통하여 홍보합니다.

We promote through various channels.

1

역사적 고찰을 통하여 현상을 분석합니다.

I analyze the phenomenon through historical review.

2

국제적 협력을 통하여 문제를 해결해야 합니다.

We must solve the problem through international cooperation.

3

심층 면접을 통하여 인재를 선발합니다.

We select talent through in-depth interviews.

4

기술적 혁신을 통하여 시장을 선도합니다.

We lead the market through technological innovation.

1

철학적 사유를 통하여 본질에 접근합니다.

I approach the essence through philosophical thought.

2

사회적 담론을 통하여 변화를 모색합니다.

We seek change through social discourse.

3

예술적 승화를 통하여 고통을 극복합니다.

I overcome pain through artistic sublimation.

4

제도적 개선을 통하여 효율을 극대화합니다.

We maximize efficiency through institutional improvement.

Easily Confused

Formal 'Through' or 'Via' (-을/를 통하여) vs -으로/로

Both indicate means.

Common Mistakes

✗

인터넷 통해

✓

인터넷을 통해

Missing object particle.
✗

버스를 통하여 가요

✓

버스로 가요

Used for physical transport instead of abstract medium.
✗

대화 통하여

✓

대화를 통하여

Missing object particle.
✗

이것을 통하여 말하면

✓

이것을 통해 말하자면

Awkward phrasing.

Sentence Patterns

___을/를 통하여 ___을/를 알게 되었습니다.

Real World Usage

Job Interview very common

인턴십을 통하여 실무를 익혔습니다.

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Formal vs Informal

Use '통하여' in writing, '통해' in speech.

Smart Tips

Use '통하여' instead of '통해' for a professional tone.

설문을 통해 알았습니다. → 설문을 통하여 알았습니다.

Pronunciation

통하여 [통하여]

Liaison

The 'ㄹ' in 을/를 links to the '통' sound.

Flat

인터넷을 통하여↗

Neutral statement.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of '통' as a tunnel. You pass THROUGH the tunnel to get to the other side.

Visual Association

Imagine a letter traveling through a long, clear glass pipe. The pipe is the '통' (medium).

Rhyme

Through the tunnel, through the way, use 통하여 every day.

Story

Min-su wanted to talk to his boss. He didn't go directly. He used an email (이메일을 통하여). The email acted as the tunnel. Now his boss knows everything.

Word Web

통하다통로통신통과통계통합

Challenge

Write 3 sentences about how you learn Korean using the word '통해'.

Cultural Notes

Using '통하여' in emails shows respect and professionalism.

Derived from the verb 통하다 (to pass through/connect).

Conversation Starters

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Journal Prompts

Describe how you solved a recent problem.

Common Mistakes

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

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Test Yourself

Fill in the correct particle.

인터넷___ 통해 정보를 찾아요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a
Object particle is needed.

Score: /1

Practice Exercises

1 exercises
Fill in the correct particle.

인터넷___ 통해 정보를 찾아요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a
Object particle is needed.

Score: /1

Practice Bank

10 exercises
Fill in the blank. Fill in the Blank

친구(___) 소개팅을 했어요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 를 통하여
Correct the particle error. Error Correction

인터넷를 통하여 옷을 샀어요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 인터넷을 통하여 옷을 샀어요.
Reorder the words to mean 'I learned via news.' Sentence Reorder

통하여 / 알았습니다 / 뉴스를 / 소식을

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 뉴스를 통하여 소식을 알았습니다.
Translate into Korean: 'Through effort, I succeeded.' Translation

Translate: 'Through effort, I succeeded.' (Effort = 노력, Success = 성공하다)

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 노력을 통하여 성공했습니다.
Which is the most formal way to say 'via the website'? Multiple Choice

Choose the formal version:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 홈페이지를 통하여
Match the noun to the correct particle. Match Pairs

Match Noun to Particle:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: All matches correct
Complete the business sentence. Fill in the Blank

광고(___) 우리 제품을 알게 되었나요?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 를 통하여
Is this correct? '버스을 통하여 학교에 가요.' Error Correction

Fix the sentence for physical transport.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 버스로 학교에 가요.
Translate: 'I met him through an app.' Translation

Translate into Korean.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 앱을 통하여 그를 만났어요.
Identify the meaning of {通|통} in this grammar. Multiple Choice

What does the root mean?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Pass through / Connect

Score: /10

FAQ (1)

No, use -으로/로 for vehicles.

Scaffolded Practice

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Mastery Progress

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Improving

Strong

Mastered

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In Other Languages

Spanish high

a través de

Korean requires an object particle.

French high

par l'intermédiaire de

French uses a prepositional phrase.

German moderate

durch

Korean is more specific to 'channels'.

Japanese very_high

を通して

None, it is a direct cognate structure.

Arabic high

عن طريق

Arabic uses a prepositional construct.

Chinese high

通过

Chinese does not use particles.

Learning Path

Prerequisites

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Business Formal: Regarding (-는 데 있어서)
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Centered Around: -을/를 중심으로

Learn These First

A1 Requires

Present Tense: The Polite 'Yo' Style (아/어/여요)

Overview Korean verbal conjugation might initially seem complex due to its multiple politeness levels and shifting endin...

Related Grammar Rules

B2

No choice but to... (-ㄹ/을 수밖에 없다)

Overview The Korean grammar pattern `-(으)ㄹ 수밖에 없다` is a powerful expression of inevitability. It conveys that du...
A2

Present Progressive: -ing (고 있다)

Overview Korean, like English, distinguishes between habitual or general actions and actions that are actively in progre...
B2

To the Absolute Max: (-ㄹ/을 대로)

Overview Korean grammar employs `-(ㄹ/을) 대로` to express that a state or action has reached its absolute **utmost limi...
B2

Just/Only: Emphatic Limitation (-ㄹ/을 뿐이다)

Overview At the B2 CEFR level in Korean, you're moving beyond basic sentence construction to express nuanced ideas, subt...
B2

Logically Likely: -ㄹ/을 법하다

Overview `-(으)ㄹ 법하다` is a Korean grammar pattern that expresses a logical likelihood, plausibility, or reasonable e...
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