Part 24 - Trying Something

Part 24.1 - ~아/어/해 보다 — Try Doing Something

Basic Information

The ending ~아/어/해 보다 is used to express that you try doing something, usually for the first time or as an experiment. It implies that you attempt an action to see what happens or how it feels.

Grammar Rule

Attach 보다 to the verb stem using the appropriate vowel harmony:

• Verb stem ending with ㅏ or ㅗ → ~아 보다
• Verb stem ending with other vowels → ~어 보다
• 하다 verbs → 해 보다

Example Sentences

Important Notes

• This pattern is often used when trying something for the first time or testing something.
• It is informal but polite, suitable for everyday conversation.
• The verb 보다 here does not mean "to see," but "to try."

Summary

Use ~아/어/해 보다 to express trying an action.
Follow vowel harmony rules when attaching 보다.
This pattern helps you talk about experiences of attempting or testing something.

Common TOPIK I Patterns

• Verb stem + 아/어/해 보다 — I try to (do something).
• Verb stem + 아/어/해 봤어요 — I tried (did something).

End of Lesson

Now you can use ~아/어/해 보다 to talk about trying new things or testing out actions!
Practice this pattern by describing things you want to try or have tried before.
You’re building your Korean conversational skills step by step! 화이팅! ✨