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만하다

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean verb '만하다' is used to express that something is worth doing, seeing, or having, or that it reaches a certain extent or value. It often follows verbs in the form '-(으)ㄹ 만하다' to indicate that an action or thing is worth the effort or attention.

Common Collocations

  • '볼 만하다': worth watching
  • '믿을 만하다': trustworthy, reliable
  • '읽을 만하다': worth reading
  • '해 볼 만하다': worth trying
  • '생각할 만하다': worth thinking about

These collocations are frequently used in everyday conversation and writing to evaluate experiences, people, or objects.

Register and Politeness

'만하다' is neutral in politeness and can be used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the sentence ending.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '만하다' with '만큼' which means 'as much as' or 'to the extent of.' Remember that '만하다' focuses on worth or value, while '만큼' compares quantities or degrees.

Summary

Use '만하다' to express that something is worth doing or has a certain value or extent. It is a versatile verb that helps you evaluate and recommend actions or things in natural Korean conversation.

Example Sentences

이 영화는 볼 만하다.

I yeonghwaneun bol manhada.

This movie is worth watching.

그 사람은 믿을 만한 친구다.

Geu sarameun mideul manhan chinguda.

That person is a trustworthy friend.

이 책은 읽을 만한 내용이 많다.

I chaegeun ilgeul manhan naeyongi manhta.

This book has a lot of content worth reading.

그 일은 해 볼 만한 도전이다.

Geu ireun hae bol manhan dojeonida.

That task is a challenge worth trying.

이 문제는 생각할 만한 가치가 있다.

I munjeneun saenggakhal manhan gachiga itda.

This issue is worth thinking about.