Meaning and Usage
The verb '잊다' means 'to forget' and is commonly used in everyday conversation. It can refer to forgetting facts, events, appointments, or even people.
Common Collocations
- '잊어버리다': a more emphatic form meaning 'to completely forget' or 'to forget unintentionally'.
- '잊지 않다': to not forget, often used as a reminder.
- '잊는 것이 쉽지 않다': a common expression meaning 'not easy to forget'.
Politeness and Register
'잊다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Adding polite endings like '-어요' or '-습니다' adjusts the politeness level.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '잊다' with '기억하다' (to remember). Remember that '잊다' is forgetting, the opposite of '기억하다'.
Practical Tips
Use '잊다' when talking about forgetting something unintentionally. To emphasize the action, use '잊어버리다'. When reminding someone, use '잊지 마세요' (don't forget).