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B2 Expressions & Patterns

Formal 'Through' or 'Via' (-을/를 통하여)

Use -을/를 통하여 to formally describe the medium or channel used to achieve a specific result.

  • • Used to indicate a medium, method, or channel for...
  • • Attaches to nouns using object markers -을 (conson...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Mathematical Proportions (-에 비례하여)

Use `-에 비례하여` to describe things that increase or decrease at the same rate as a specific noun.

  • • Used to show a direct 1:1 mathematical relationshi...
  • • Highly formal and precise; often found in news, re...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Formal 'Namely' Logic (-ㄴ/은/는 즉)

Use `-ㄴ/은/는 즉` to provide a formal, logical definition or clarification of a previous statement.

  • • Formal connective meaning 'namely' or 'that is to...
  • • Used in writing, speeches, and highly professional...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Formal Reciprocal: -기도 하고 (Both... And...)

Use this pattern to list multiple characteristics or alternating actions, adding nuance beyond a simple 'and'.

  • • Means 'Both A and B' or 'Sometimes A, sometimes B'
  • • Attach -기도 하고 to the first stem
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B2 Expressions & Patterns

Centered Around: -을/를 중심으로

Use `-을/를 중심으로` to make a noun the absolute central focus or core of your sentence's action.

  • • Attaches to nouns to mean 'centered around' or 'fo...
  • • Use `-을 중심으로` after a consonant.
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Just/Only: How to use -ㄹ/을 뿐이다

Use -ㄹ/을 뿐이다 to simplify your intent and say a situation is 'nothing more' than what is stated.

  • • Expresses 'only,' 'merely,' or 'nothing but' a cer...
  • • Attaches to verb/adjective stems using the -(으)ㄹ...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Formal 'About' (-에 관하여)

Use -에 관하여 for formal, objective topics and -에 대해 for casual, personal everyday conversations.

  • • Formal version of 'about' or 'concerning'.
  • • Used mainly in writing, news, and official speeche...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

On One Hand, While Also (-(으)ㄴ/는 한편)

Use -는 한편 -기도 하다 to professionally describe two coexisting sides or simultaneous aspects of a situation.

  • • Used to describe two simultaneous aspects or actio...
  • • Literally means 'on one hand' (편) 'while also' (...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Classical Conditional: Since, If (-ㄴ/은즉)

Use -ㄴ/은즉 to sound authoritative or literary when stating a logical conclusion based on an observed fact.

  • • A classical, literary conditional meaning 'if', 's...
  • • Used primarily in formal writing, historical conte...
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B2 Advanced Grammar Verified

Dramatic & Poetic Endings: -도다 / -로다

Use -도다/-로다 to turn everyday observations into majestic, K-drama-style declarations for humorous or poetic effect.

  • • Adds dramatic, Shakespearean flair to sentences.
  • • Used in historical K-dramas, poetry, and modern jo...
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B2 Advanced Grammar Verified

Classical Surprise: -는고 (Is It That...?)

Use -는고 to ask 'Who/What/Why is it that...' to yourself with a tone of wonder, surprise, or deep contemplation.

  • • Used for self-monologues or rhetorical questions.
  • • Carries a literary, archaic, or poetic nuance.
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Poetic 'To Be': The Archaic Exclamation (-도다)

Use -도다 for dramatic, poetic exclamations of 'to be' when you want to sound like a legendary king.

  • • Archaic exclamatory copula meaning 'It is...!'
  • • Used for grand, poetic, or dramatic realizations.
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B2 Advanced Grammar Verified

The Formal Cause: Due to (-로 말미암아)

Use `-로 말미암아` for formal, literary 'due to' scenarios involving significant causes and effects.

  • • Used for formal, literary, or grand causes and rea...
  • • Attaches to nouns: Noun + -(으)로 말미암아.
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Dramatic 'Whereas' (-geoneul)

Use -거늘 in literary contexts to express 'Given X is true, how can Y be?' often for rebukes.

  • • Literary 'given that' or 'whereas'
  • • Sets up a rebuke/contrast
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Poetic 'But': Literary Contrast (-건만)

Use -건만 for dramatic, literary contrast when a situation feels regrettable or ironically different from expectations.

  • • Literary version of 'but' or 'yet'.
  • • Expresses contrast with a touch of regret.
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Dramatic Proclamations: Indeed, Truly (-ㄹ/을진저)

Use -ㄹ/을진저 for dramatic, literary emphasis to express timeless truths or mock-epic social media posts.

  • • Archaic literary ending used for grand, solemn exc...
  • • Common in K-dramas, religious texts, and high-styl...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Poetic Will: I Shall... (-으리라)

Use `-으리라` to sound poetic, determined, or prophetic in writing, similar to the English "I shall."

  • • Expresses strong will or prediction
  • • Used in writing, songs, poetry
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Formal Only: Merely (-ㄹ/을 따름이다)

Use -ㄹ/을 따름이다 to express 'I merely did X' in formal or humble situations to minimize your action.

  • • Means 'merely' or 'nothing but'
  • • Very formal and literary nuance
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B2 Advanced Grammar Verified

The Storyteller's Recall (-더니라)

Use `-더니라` to report past observations with a narrative, literary, or authoritative tone.

  • • Retrospective ending for storytelling
  • • Implies 'I saw/observed that...'
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B2 Advanced Grammar Verified

Expressing Shock: -다니 (How Could...)

Use -다니 to express shock or disbelief about a situation you just discovered or heard.

  • • Used to express surprise or disbelief at heard/obs...
  • • Shortened version of '-다고 하니' (since it's said...
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B2 Advanced Grammar

Korean Dialects: Regional Verb Endings (-na, -no)

Regional endings transform standard Korean into soulful, expressive 'Satoori' that builds immediate rapport in casual social settings.

  • • Regional endings like `-나/-노` add local flavor a...
  • • Gyeongsang-do (Busan) uses `-나` for Yes/No and `-...
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