Decoded Slug: ~해야지 [haeyaji] (I should)

Korean Grammar Point
~해야지 [haeyaji] (I should)

~해야지 [haeyaji] (I should)

Short explanation:

Used to express a determination or resolution; 'I should'

Formation:

Verb stem + 야지

Examples:

시험이 코 앞이니까, 이제 공부를 시작해야지.
Siheomi ko apinikka, ije gongbureul sijakhaeyaji.
Since the exam is right around the corner, I should start studying now.
오늘 밤에 친구들과 영화를 보기로 했으니, 티켓을 사야지.
Oneul bame chingudeulgwa yeongwareul bogiro haesseuni, tikeseul saya ji.
I decided to watch a movie with my friends tonight, so I should buy tickets.
헬스장에서 오래 동안 운동하지 않았으니, 내일 일찍 가야지.
Helseujangeseo orae dongan undonghaji anhasseuni, naeil iljjik gaya ji.
I have not exercised for a long time at the gym, so I should go early tomorrow.
오늘 늦게 잠들었으니, 아침에 빵을 사 먹어야지.
Oneul neutge jamdeureosseuni, achime bbangeul sa meogeoya ji.
I went to bed late today, so I should buy bread for breakfast in the morning.

Long explanation:

'~해야지 [haeyaji]' is a phrase used in Korean to express a self-suggestion, determination or resolution for the future. It is commonly used when you are talking about something you need to do or something you've decided to do in the future. It is also used to give oneself encouragement or determination. Typically, this expression is used in casual, informal speech.
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