Processing keyword: (으)려고 하다 [(eu)ryeogo hada] (Intend to do)

Korean Grammar Point: (으)려고 하다 [(eu)ryeogo hada] (Intend to do)

(으)려고 하다 [(eu)ryeogo hada] - Intend to Do

1. Introduction

The grammar point (으)려고 하다 is used to express intentions or plans to do something. It translates to "intend to" or "try to" in English. This structure is very common in daily conversations in Korean.

2. Core Grammar Explanation

Detailed Explanation

• Meaning: It indicates the speaker's intention or plan regarding an action.
• Structure:
  • To form (으)려고 하다:
    • Take the verb stem.
    • Add -려고 하다 (if the stem ends in a vowel) or -(으)려고 하다 (if the stem ends in a consonant).

Formation Diagram:

Verb Stem + -(으)려고 하다

• Examples of Verb Stems:
  • 가다 (gada - to go) → 가려고 하다 (garyeogo hada - intend to go)
  • 먹다 (meokda - to eat) → 먹으려고 하다 (meogeuryo hada - intend to eat)

Visual Aids:

3. Comparative Analysis

Compare with Similar Grammar Points:

1. (으)려고 하다 vs. (으)려다:
   • (으)려고 하다 emphasizes the intention to do something, while (으)려다 can be used to express a more immediate intention or decision.
     • Example:
       • (가려고 하다): "I intend to go."
       • (가려다): "I am about to go."
2. (으)려고 하다 vs. -고 싶다:
   • (으)려고 하다 expresses intent, while -고 싶다 expresses desire.
     • Example:
       • (가고 싶다): "I want to go." (desire)
       • (가려고 하다): "I intend to go." (intention)

4. Examples in Context

Sentence Examples:

1. Formal:
   • 저는 내일 도서관에 가려고 합니다.
   • (Jeoneun naeil doseogwan-e garyeogo hamnida.)
   • "I intend to go to the library tomorrow."
2. Informal:
   • 나 이번 주에 친구를 만나려고 해.
   • (Na ibon jue chingureul mannaryeogo hae.)
   • "I intend to meet my friend this week."
3. Written:
   • Он, я собираюсь посетить выставку сегодня.
   • (On, na sobirayus' posetit' vystavku segodnya.)
   • "I intend to visit the exhibition today." (Translated into Russian but maintaining the format of Korean intent)
4. Spoken:
   • 내일 운동하러 가려고 해.
   • (Naeil undonghareo garyeogo hae.)
   • "I intend to go work out tomorrow."

5. Cultural Notes

Cultural Relevance:

• In Korea, expressing intentions clearly can reflect one's seriousness and reliability. Using (으)려고 하다 is polite and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.
• Levels of politeness can be indicated by choosing appropriate verb endings.

Idiomatic Expressions:

• 가고싶은 대로 제멋대로 (gagoshipeun daero jemotdaero): “I go as I want” - emphasizes personal intention and spontaneity in plans.

6. Common Mistakes and Tips

Error Analysis:

• Mistake: Confusing (으)려고 하다 with -고 싶다.

  • Correct understanding of the difference is essential.

• Tip:

  • Remember, (-으려고 하다) indicates a planned action, while -고 싶다 indicates a wish or desire.

Learning Strategies:

• Create sentences about your daily plans using (으)려고 하다 to practice.
• Visualize your intentions by creating a mind map of things you want to do.

7. Summary and Review

Key Takeaways:

• (으)려고 하다 is used to express intentions or plans to do something.
• Structure: Verb Stem + (으)려고 하다.
• Distinguish between (으)려고 하다 and (으)려다 / -고 싶다 for accurate expression.

Quick Recap Quiz:

1. What does (으)려고 하다 mean?
2. Provide the structure to form (으)려고 하다 using the verb "가다".
3. Give an example sentence using (으)려고 하다 in an informal context.

By understanding and practicing this grammar point, learners can effectively communicate their intentions in Korean conversations.