How to say “have” in Korean
The most common Korean word for “have” is 있다 (itda). There are 2 more words with a similar meaning — compare them below. 「have」는 한국어로 있다.
to be; to have
TOPIK 1 · verb · honorific: 계시다
제 책상 위에는 재미있는 소설책 세 권이 있어요.There are three interesting novels on my desk.
to have; to possess
TOPIK 1 · verb
민수는 멋진 꿈을 가져요.Minsu has a wonderful dream.
have; hold
TOPIK 2 · verb
자신감을 갖고 열심히 도전하세요.Have confidence and take on the challenge hard.
Words and levels: TOPIK I essentials (National Institute of Korean Language standard curriculum, KOGL Type 1) · examples: Cheesepotato
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