A1 Collocation Neutral

길을 가다

Gireul gada

To go on a road

Meaning

The action of traveling or moving along a path.

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Cultural Background

The phrase is used to describe both physical travel and life choices. Very similar usage in Japanese, reflecting shared East Asian linguistic roots. The metaphor of 'life as a journey' is common, but 'walking the path' is more poetic. Movement is often described with specific verbs for walking or traveling.

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Context is key

Always check if you are talking about a physical road or a life path.

Meaning

The action of traveling or moving along a path.

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Context is key

Always check if you are talking about a physical road or a life path.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct verb.

저는 지금 학교로 ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 길을 가고 있어요

You are moving toward school, so you are 'going the road'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct verb. Fill Blank A1

저는 지금 학교로 ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 길을 가고 있어요

You are moving toward school, so you are 'going the road'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it describes the path you are taking, regardless of the mode of transport.

Related Phrases

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길을 잃다

contrast

To get lost

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가는 길에

builds on

On the way

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