-거든(요) Giving reason/explanation ending
Core meaning - Giving reason/explanation ending
Form - -거든(요)
Usage - Use this form as a fixed grammar frame and adapt surrounding words to context.
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Pattern scope
- Keep the construction tied to its core meaning: Giving reason/explanation ending.
Form first, then nuance
- Prioritize correct form and placement before subtle translation choices.
Use natural context
- Verify with the examples and avoid literal word-by-word transfer.
It's because I'm hungry right now. Shall we go eat?
I'm sorry about yesterday. (The reason is) a sudden urgent matter came up.
You'd better not watch that movie. Because it's really not fun.
I'm studying Korean hard these days. It's because I'm going to Korea next month.
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