Basic Meaning
The verb '가다' means 'to go' and is one of the most fundamental verbs in Korean. It expresses movement from one place to another.
Usage in Sentences
You can use '가다' to talk about going to places like school, work, or social events. It often appears with location nouns and destination markers like '에' (to).
Common Collocations
- '학교에 가다' (to go to school): a very common phrase used by learners.
- '영화를 보러 가다' (to go to watch a movie): shows purpose of going.
- '여행을 가다' (to go on a trip): used when talking about travel plans.
Politeness and Form
'가다' conjugates according to speech level, e.g., '가요' (polite), '갑니다' (formal).
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '가다' with '오다' (to come). Remember, '가다' is used when the speaker moves away or talks about movement toward a third place, while '오다' is used when movement is toward the speaker's current location.