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잡아당기다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '잡아당기다' means 'to pull' something towards oneself or in a certain direction with force. It is often used in physical contexts where an object or a part of the body is pulled.

Common Contexts

You will frequently hear '잡아당기다' when talking about pulling doors, ropes, or someone's arm. It conveys a stronger or more deliberate action than just '당기다' (to pull).

Collocations and Patterns

  • '문을 잡아당기다' (to pull a door): used when opening or closing doors by pulling.
  • '줄을 잡아당기다' (to pull a rope): common in games or physical activities.
  • '팔을 잡아당기다' (to pull an arm): often used to get someone's attention or warn.

Register and Politeness

This verb is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts depending on the sentence ending.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '잡아당기다' with '당기다'. Remember, '잡아당기다' emphasizes the action of grabbing and pulling, often implying a stronger or more intentional pull.

Example Sentences

그는 문을 세게 잡아당겼다.

Geuneun muneul sege japadang-gyeotda.

He pulled the door hard.

아이들이 줄을 잡아당기며 놀고 있다.

Aideuri jureul japadang-gimyeo nolgo itda.

The children are playing by pulling the rope.

그는 내 팔을 잡아당겨서 조심하라고 했다.

Geuneun nae pareul japadang-gyeoseo josimhara-go haetda.

He pulled my arm to warn me to be careful.