Meaning and Usage
The verb '건네주다' primarily means 'to hand over' or 'to pass something to someone.' It often implies a direct, physical transfer of an object from one person to another. It can also be used literally to describe passing something across a physical barrier, such as a river.
Common Contexts
This verb is frequently used in everyday situations where items are exchanged, such as handing over documents, gifts, or letters. It carries a nuance of careful or intentional transfer.
Collocations and Patterns
- 건네주다 + object: to hand over something
- 조심스럽게 건네주다: to hand over carefully
- 강 건너편으로 건네주다: to pass over to the other side of a river or barrier
Register and Politeness
'건네주다' is neutral in formality and can be used in both casual and polite contexts depending on the sentence ending.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '건네주다' with '주다' (to give). While '주다' is more general, '건네주다' emphasizes the physical act of handing something over, often face-to-face. Use '건네주다' when you want to highlight the transfer action itself.