A2 · Elementar Capítulo 6

Conditions and Step-by-Step Actions

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Master the art of sequencing your day and setting conditions for your future plans.

  • Sequence events precisely using -고 나서 (after doing).
  • Express conditions and hypotheses with -(으)면 (if/when).
  • Connect daily tasks and future intentions effortlessly.
Connect your actions and master your conditions!

O que você vai aprender

Hey there, language explorer! You've done an amazing job with Korean so far, and I'm really proud of your progress! Now it's time to supercharge your conversations, letting you speak with more precision and detail, just like a native. In this exciting chapter, we're giving you two incredibly powerful tools to help you plan, give instructions, and talk about events that are linked together. First up, you'll master '-고 나서'. This structure is your secret weapon for emphasizing that one action must be completely finished before the next one can even begin. Imagine telling a friend, 'After I finish my homework, I'll call you,' or 'After I cook dinner, we'll eat together.' With this, you'll never skip a beat and can describe sequential tasks with perfect clarity. Next, we dive into '면/으면', your go-to for expressing conditions. This means you'll be able to say things like, 'If X happens, then Y will follow,' or 'When this event occurs, it will have this result.' For instance, you can confidently state, 'If it rains, we'll stay home,' or 'When I get hungry, I'll make food.' Pretty useful, right? By the end of this chapter, planning and giving instructions will feel effortless. You'll be able to confidently sequence events, set conditions, and describe interconnected situations. Ready to transform your Korean conversations? Let's go!

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  1. 1
    By the end you will be able to: Describe a clear sequence of events for your daily routine.
  2. 2
    By the end you will be able to: State conditional plans, such as 'If it rains, I will study'.

Guia do capítulo

Overview

Hey there, language explorer! You've done an amazing job with Korean so far, and I'm really proud of your progress! Now it's time to supercharge your conversations, letting you speak with more precision and detail, just like a native.
This chapter is a game-changer for your Korean grammar A2 journey, unlocking the ability to express complex ideas and link events logically. Mastering these structures is crucial for moving beyond basic sentences and truly engaging in dynamic conversations. We're giving you two incredibly powerful tools to help you plan, give instructions, and talk about events that are linked together, greatly enhancing your CEFR A2 Korean communication skills.
First up, you'll master -고 나서. This structure is your secret weapon for emphasizing that one action must be completely finished before the next one can even begin. Imagine telling a friend, "After I finish my homework, I'll call you, or After I cook dinner, we'll eat together." With this, you'll never skip a beat and can describe sequential tasks with perfect clarity, making your descriptions of sequencing actions in Korean much more accurate.
Next, we dive into (으)면, your go-to for expressing conditions. This means you'll be able to say things like,
If X happens, then Y will follow,
or
When this event occurs, it will have this result.
For instance, you can confidently state, "If it rains, we'll stay home, or When I get hungry, I'll make food." This is essential for understanding and using Korean conditionals effectively. By the end of this chapter, planning and giving instructions will feel effortless.
You'll be able to confidently sequence events, set conditions, and describe interconnected situations. Ready to transform your Korean conversations? Let's go!

How This Grammar Works

This chapter introduces two fundamental Korean grammar patterns that add depth and clarity to your sentences: -고 나서 for sequential actions and (으)면 for conditions.
First, let's explore -고 나서, which translates to after doing... or having done.... This structure is used to indicate that the first action is fully completed before the second action begins. It emphasizes the sequential nature and completion of the first task.
To use it, simply attach -고 나서 directly to the stem of a verb. There are no special batchim (final consonant) rules to worry about, making it quite straightforward.
* Verb stem + -고 나서
* 밥을 먹고 나서 이를 닦았어요. (After eating a meal, I brushed my teeth.)
* 숙제를 하고 나서 친구를 만날 거예요. (After finishing homework, I will meet a friend.)
* 텔레비전을 보고 나서 잠이 들었어요. (After watching TV, I fell asleep.)
This pattern clearly signifies a completed action followed by another, making it perfect for describing step-by-step processes or plans.
Next, we have (으)면, your essential tool for expressing Korean conditionals, meaning if or when. This versatile ending connects a conditional clause to a result clause. The form you use depends on whether the verb or adjective stem ends in a vowel or a consonant.
* If the verb/adjective stem ends in a vowel or ㄹ (the 'l' sound), you use -면.
* 가다 (to go) → 가면 (If/When you go)
* 보다 (to see) → 보면 (If/When you see)
* 만들다 (to make) → 만들면 (If/When you make)
* If the verb/adjective stem ends in a consonant (except ㄹ), you use -으면.
* 먹다 (to eat) → 먹으면 (If/When you eat)
* 읽다 (to read) → 읽으면 (If/When you read)
* 없다 (to not exist/have) → 없으면 (If/When there isn't/you don't have)
Examples:
* 비가 오면 집에 있을 거예요. (If it rains, I will stay home.)
* 배가 고프면 빵을 먹으세요. (If you are hungry, please eat bread.)
* 열심히 공부하면 좋은 성적을 받을 수 있어요. (If you study hard, you can get good grades.)
This (으)면 ending is fundamental for describing hypothetical situations, general truths, or conditions that lead to certain outcomes, greatly expanding your A2 Korean communicative range.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1✗ Wrong: 숙제를 하고 게임을 했어요. (I did homework and played games.)
✓ Correct: 숙제를 하고 나서 게임을 했어요. (After doing homework, I played games.)
*Explanation:* While -고 can simply list actions, -고 나서 specifically emphasizes that the first action was *completed* before the second one began. Using -고 나서 makes the sequence clearer and implies a stronger completion requirement for the first action.
  1. 1✗ Wrong: 책을 읽으면 재미있다. (If/When you read books, it is interesting.)
✓ Correct: 책을 읽으면 재미있어요. (If/When you read books, it is interesting.)
*Explanation:* When using (으)면 to express a condition, the main clause (the result) still needs a proper sentence ending, such as a politeness level like -어요/-아요, -습니다/-ㅂ니다, or other appropriate endings. Omitting it makes the sentence sound incomplete or overly blunt in most conversational contexts.
  1. 1✗ Wrong: 돈이 없으면, 나에게 말해. (If you don't have money, tell me.)
✓ Correct: 돈이 없으면, 저에게 말해주세요. (If you don't have money, please tell me.)
*Explanation:* While the conditional clause with (으)면 is grammatically correct, the imperative (command) or suggestion in the main clause often requires a more polite or complete ending, especially when speaking to someone you're not extremely close to. Using -아/어 주세요 (please do X) or -세요 (please do X) is much more natural and polite.

Real Conversations

A

A

오늘 저녁에 뭐 할 거예요? (What are you going to do tonight?)
B

B

음... 먼저 밥을 먹고 나서 영화를 볼 거예요. (Hmm... First, after eating dinner, I'm going to watch a movie.)
A

A

주말에 비가 오면 어떡하죠? (What should we do if it rains this weekend?)
B

B

비가 오면 집에서 책을 읽거나 게임을 해요. (If it rains, let's read books or play games at home.)
A

A

이 케이크를 만들려면 어떻게 해야 해요? (How do I make this cake?)
B

B

먼저 밀가루를 섞고 나서 우유를 넣으세요. (First, mix the flour, and then add the milk.)

Quick FAQ

Q

What's the main difference between -고 and -고 나서 when talking about sequential actions?

-고 simply lists actions in order (e.g.,

I ate and then went
). -고 나서 emphasizes that the first action was *fully completed* before the second one began, often implying a stronger cause-and-effect or necessary completion.

Q

Can I use (으)면 with adjectives to express conditions?

Yes, absolutely! You can use (으)면 with adjectives just like with verbs. For example, 바쁘면 (if you're busy), 예쁘면 (if it's pretty), or 좋으면 (if it's good).

Q

Are there other ways to say if in Korean besides (으)면?

Yes, there are, but (으)면 is the most common and versatile for A2 learners. Other forms like -다면 (if [hypothetical/reported]) or -아/어야 (only if/must) exist, but (으)면 covers most general conditional situations.

Q

How do I form a negative conditional using (으)면?

To make a negative conditional, you simply make the verb or adjective negative *before* attaching (으)면. For example, 안 오면 (if it doesn't come), 먹지 않으면 (if you don't eat), or 없으면 (if there isn't/you don't have).

Cultural Context

These two patterns, -고 나서 and (으)면, are deeply embedded in daily Korean communication. You'll hear -고 나서 frequently in instructions, recipes, and when people describe their plans, emphasizing the step-by-step nature of tasks. Its use reflects a culture that often values clear sequence and thoroughness.
Similarly, (으)면 is ubiquitous in everyday conversations, from making polite suggestions (
피곤하면 쉬세요
- "If you're tired, please rest") to discussing plans or predicting outcomes. It's a cornerstone of logical thought expression in Korean, essential for navigating social interactions and understanding cause-and-effect relationships. Mastering them helps you sound more natural and precise.

Exemplos-chave (8)

1

밥을 먹고 나서 이를 닦아요.

Escovo os dentes depois de comer.

Completando ações com -고 나서 (Depois de fazer...)
2

숙제를 다 하고 나서 넷플릭스를 볼 거야.

Vou ver Netflix depois de terminar toda a lição.

Completando ações com -고 나서 (Depois de fazer...)
3

숙제를 다 하고 나서 게임을 했어요.

Depois que terminei toda a lição de casa, eu joguei.

Depois de fazer... (고 나서)
4

우버를 부르고 나서 밖으로 나갔어요.

Depois de chamar o Uber, eu saí para fora.

Depois de fazer... (고 나서)
5

Se eu tiver muito dinheiro, quero comprar uma Ferrari.

Se eu tiver muito dinheiro, quero comprar uma Ferrari.

Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)
6

Se você tiver tempo, vamos ver Netflix juntos?

Se você tiver tempo, vamos ver Netflix juntos?

Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)
7

돈이 `있으면` 이 가방을 사고 싶어요.

Se eu tiver dinheiro, quero comprar esta bolsa.

Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면
8

유튜브를 `보면` 시간이 정말 빨리 가요.

Quando assisto YouTube, o tempo voa.

Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면

Dicas e truques (4)

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A técnica do 'Check' ✅

Imagine um check mental após o primeiro verbo. Se você pode dizer 'terminei isso (✅), agora vou fazer aquilo', use «-고 나서». Exemplo: «숙제하고 나서 놀아요.»
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Completando ações com -고 나서 (Depois de fazer...)
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A palavra mágica do fim

Para soar como um nativo bem organizado, use «다» (tudo) antes do verbo. Olha só: «숙제를 다 하고 나서...»
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Depois de fazer... (고 나서)
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Quando vs Se

No coreano, não existe uma diferença rígida entre 'quando' e 'se'. O contexto resolve! Se algo é certo de acontecer, como o sol nascer, vira 'quando': «내일 해가 뜨면 산책해요.»
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)
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O truque do 'Se vs Quando'

Se algo é garantido (como o sol nascer), é 'Quando'. Se é incerto (como ganhar um jogo), é 'Se'. No coreano, use (으)면 para os dois! Por exemplo: «내일 해가 뜨면...»
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면

Vocabulário-chave (6)

숙제(sukje) homework 끝나다(kkeutnada) to finish 비가 오다(biga oda) to rain 만나다(mannada) to meet 시간이 있다(sigani itda) to have time 요리하다(yorihada) to cook

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Review Summary

  • Verb + -고 나서
  • Verb/Adj + -(으)면

Erros comuns

You used a sequence connector instead of a conditional. Use (으)면 for 'if'.

Wrong: 비가 오고 나서 집에 갈 거예요. (If it rains, I will go home.)
Correto: 비가 오면 집에 갈 거예요. (If it rains, I will go home.)

Don't forget the object marker '를' for natural flow.

Wrong: 숙제하고 나서 먹어요. (I eat after doing homework.)
Correto: 숙제를 하고 나서 먹어요. (I eat after doing homework.)

The grammar is -고 나서, not the other way around.

Wrong: 먹으면 나서 갈 거예요.
Correto: 먹고 나서 갈 거예요.

Next Steps

You've successfully mastered the logic of Korean sentences! Keep practicing these structures in your daily life, and you'll be speaking fluently in no time.

Write a 5-sentence plan for tomorrow using -고 나서 and (으)면.

Continue to: Wants, Abilities, and Goals

Prática rápida (10)

Encontre e corrija o erro na frase abaixo.

Find and fix the mistake:

숙제를 했고 나서 티비를 봤어요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 숙제를 하고 나서 티비를 봤어요.
Você não pode usar o passado (했) com '고 나서'. Use sempre o radical do verbo (하).

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Depois de fazer... (고 나서)

Encontre e corrija o erro de conjugação para '만들다' (fazer).

Find and fix the mistake:

케이크를 만들으면 친구를 줄 거예요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 케이크를 만들면
Radicais terminados em 'ㄹ' não precisam da almofada '으'; eles recebem apenas '면'.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)

Preencha o espaço com a forma correta de '가다' (ir).

학교에 ____ 친구를 만나요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 가면
Como '가다' termina em vogal, você apenas adiciona '면' à raiz.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면

Qual frase mostra uma sequência concluída de forma natural?

Escolha a frase mais natural:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 밥을 먹고 나서 양치를 해요.
'고 나서' enfatiza claramente que você termina a refeição antes de escovar os dentes.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Depois de fazer... (고 나서)

Preencha o espaço com a forma correta de '자다' (dormir).

피곤하____ 일찍 자세요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 면
'피곤하다' termina em vogal, então basta adicionar '면'.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)

Encontre e corrija o erro na conjugação do verbo.

Find and fix the mistake:

한국에 살으면 한국말을 잘 해요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 한국에 살면 한국말을 잘 해요.
Verbos que terminam em 'ㄹ' como '살다' não aceitam o '으'. Eles usam apenas '면'.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면

Complete a frase para dizer: 'Depois de lavar as mãos, eu como.'

손을 ___ 밥을 먹어요. (씻다 - lavar)

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 씻고 나서
Precisamos da sequência 'depois de lavar'. A raiz de 씻다 é 씻, mais 고 나서 vira 씻고 나서.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Completando ações com -고 나서 (Depois de fazer...)

Qual frase está conjugada corretamente para '먹다' (comer)?

Escolha a frase condicional correta:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 밥을 먹으면 배가 불러요.
'먹다' tem batchim (ㄱ), por isso exige '으면'.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: Condicionais em Coreano (면/으면)

Preencha a lacuna usando a forma correta de '가다' (ir).

집에 ___ 손을 씻어요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 가고 나서
O radical '가' se junta a '고 나서' para mostrar a sequência de ir para casa e depois lavar as mãos.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Depois de fazer... (고 나서)

Qual frase está gramaticalmente correta?

Selecione a frase condicional correta:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 책을 읽으면 재미있어요.
'읽다' termina em consoante (exceto ㄹ), então você deve usar '으면'.

frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Se e Quando: A terminação (으)면

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Perguntas comuns (6)

Eles são bem parecidos! «-(으)ㄴ 후에» é um pouco mais formal e escrito. Já «-고 나서» foca mais na *ação* de terminar algo. Na conversa, «-고 나서» soa mais dinâmico. Exemplo: «밥을 먹고 나서» vs «밥을 먹은 후에».
Geralmente não. Você não 'termina de ser fofo' para fazer outra coisa. Para estados, use «-(으)ㄴ 후에». Exemplo: «부자가 된 후에» (depois de ficar rico).
Significa 'depois de fazer' algo, focando que a primeira ação terminou totalmente. Por exemplo: «밥을 먹고 나서...» (Depois de comer...).
Geralmente não, ele é usado quase só com verbos de ação. Para adjetivos, prefira usar «-아/어서» ou apenas «-고».
O «면» é para condições gerais. Já o «거든» é mais usado na fala quando você vai dar uma ordem ou sugestão logo depois, tipo: «마트에 가거든 우유 좀 사와» (Se for ao mercado, traz leite).
Não pode! Para o passado, use «~었을 때». O «면» foca no futuro ou em verdades gerais.
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