HangulyConnects two clauses where the first is the reason for the second. Cannot be used with commands or suggestions.
Tip: Cannot change tense on the 아서/어서 clause — only the final verb gets tense.
Examples
| Korean | English |
|---|---|
| 배가 고파서 먹었어요. | I was hungry so I ate. |
| 늦어서 미안해요. | I'm sorry because I'm late. |
| 피곤해서 일찍 잤어요. | I was tired so I slept early. |
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