How to say “late” in Korean
The most common Korean word for “late” is 늦다 (neutda). There are 2 more words with a similar meaning — compare them below. 「late」는 한국어로 늦다.
to be late
TOPIK 1 · verb
차가 많이 막혀서 약속 시간에 조금 늦어요.I am a little late for the appointment because of heavy traffic.
late
TOPIK 1 · adverb
어제 밤에 잠을 늦게 잤어요.I went to sleep late last night.
be late
TOPIK 1 · verb
늦잠을 자서 학교 수업에 지각했어요.I overslept and was late for school class.
Words and levels: TOPIK I essentials (National Institute of Korean Language standard curriculum, KOGL Type 1) · examples: Cheesepotato
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