It describes moving or being positioned along a specific path or guideline.
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- Indicates movement along a path or line.
- Used to describe physical locations following a route.
- Can also imply following rules or trends.
개요
'~을/를 따라서'는 어떤 기준이 되는 경로를 유지하며 이동하거나, 그 경로 위에 대상이 위치해 있음을 뜻합니다. 공간적 의미로는 길이나 강을 따라가는 것을 말하며, 추상적으로는 규칙이나 의견을 따르는 의미로도 확장됩니다.
사용 패턴
명사 뒤에 붙어 '~을 따라서' 형태로 쓰입니다. '길을 따라서', '강을 따라서'처럼 장소 명사와 결합하는 경우가 가장 많습니다. 이동의 방향성을 강조할 때 주로 사용됩니다.
일반적 문맥
일상생활에서 길 안내를 하거나 산책 경로를 설명할 때 매우 빈번하게 사용됩니다. 또한, 강줄기나 해안선을 묘사할 때도 자연스럽게 쓰입니다.
유사어 비교
'~을 따라'는 '~을 따라서'와 의미가 거의 동일하지만, '따라서'가 조금 더 동작의 지속성이나 경로의 느낌을 강조하는 경향이 있습니다. '~을 따라서'는 문장의 흐름을 부드럽게 연결해 주는 역할을 합니다.
Examples
길을 따라서 쭉 걸어가세요.
everydayWalk straight along the road.
해안선을 따라서 마을이 형성되었다.
formalThe village was formed along the coastline.
노래를 따라서 불러 봐.
informalTry singing along to the song.
시대의 변화에 따라서 가치관도 변한다.
academicValues change along with the changes of the times.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
길을 따라서
Along the way
유행을 따라서
Following the trend
Often Confused With
When used as a conjunction, it means 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It is used to connect two independent clauses logically.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use this phrase primarily for physical paths or movement. In formal writing, it is common to describe trends or changes using this structure. Ensure the preceding noun is the object of the movement.
Common Mistakes
Students often confuse the particle usage with the conjunction '따라서' (therefore). Remember that the particle must be attached to a noun. Also, ensure the particle '을/를' is used correctly before '따라서'.
Tips
Use it for directions
When giving directions, use this to tell someone to follow a specific street or landmark. It makes your instructions sound natural and clear.
Avoid confusing with consequence
The word '따라서' can also mean 'therefore' when used as a conjunction at the start of a sentence. Be careful to distinguish between the particle usage and the conjunction.
Describing nature
Koreans often use this when describing scenic routes, such as '강을 따라서' (along the river), which is a common way to talk about walking paths.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '따르다' (to follow). It is the connective form indicating movement following an object.
Cultural Context
This phrase reflects the Korean focus on following the natural flow or established paths in communication and geography.
Memory Tip
Think of a train moving along the tracks. The train follows the tracks (길을 따라서).
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions두 표현은 의미상 거의 차이가 없으며 서로 바꾸어 써도 무방합니다. 다만 '~을 따라서'가 경로를 조금 더 길게 묘사하는 느낌을 줍니다.
네, '친구를 따라서 갔다'와 같이 누군가의 뒤를 쫓아갈 때도 사용할 수 있습니다.
네, '시간이 흐름에 따라서'와 같이 변화의 과정을 나타낼 때도 자주 사용됩니다.
네, 상황에 따라 조사를 생략하거나 더 짧게 줄여서 쓸 수 있습니다.
Test Yourself
우리는 강___ 산책을 했습니다.
장소의 경로를 나타낼 때는 '~을 따라서'가 가장 적절합니다.
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Summary
It describes moving or being positioned along a specific path or guideline.
- Indicates movement along a path or line.
- Used to describe physical locations following a route.
- Can also imply following rules or trends.
Use it for directions
When giving directions, use this to tell someone to follow a specific street or landmark. It makes your instructions sound natural and clear.
Avoid confusing with consequence
The word '따라서' can also mean 'therefore' when used as a conjunction at the start of a sentence. Be careful to distinguish between the particle usage and the conjunction.
Describing nature
Koreans often use this when describing scenic routes, such as '강을 따라서' (along the river), which is a common way to talk about walking paths.
Examples
4 of 4길을 따라서 쭉 걸어가세요.
Walk straight along the road.
해안선을 따라서 마을이 형성되었다.
The village was formed along the coastline.
노래를 따라서 불러 봐.
Try singing along to the song.
시대의 변화에 따라서 가치관도 변한다.
Values change along with the changes of the times.
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