English–Korean
“give” in Korean
How to say “give” in Korean
“Give” in Korean is 주다 (chuda).
Moving something from one person to another, whether it is an object, information, or a feeling.
Example sentences with 주다
길을 물어보니 지나가던 사람이 친절하게 알려 줬어요.ki reul mu reo bo ni chi na ga deon sa ra mi chin jeol ha ge al lyeo chwo sseo yo
When I asked for directions, a passerby kindly gave me directions.
Tips for using 주다
- English speakers often reserve pass for a quick handoff, but this Korean verb also covers that everyday action and is not limited to gifts.
Other Korean words for “give”
이거 드릴게요.i geo teu ril kke yo
I'll give you this.
선생님이 학생에게 숙제를 내주셨어요.seon saeng ni mi hak ssaeng e ge suk jje reul nae ju syeo sseo yo
The teacher gave a student homework.
그는 친구에게 큰 도움을 베풀었다.keu neun chin gu e ge keun to u meul pe pu reot tta
He gave his friend a lot of help.
선생님께서 저에게 책을 주셨어요.seon saeng nim kke seo cheo e ge chae geul chu syeo sseo yo
The teacher gave me a book.