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A2 · Elementary Grammar

(으)면 — If / When

Conditional
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Attach to verb stem to mean "if" or "when". 으면 after consonant, 면 after vowel.

Tip: Korean conditionals come before the main clause, just like in English.

Examples

KoreanEnglish
시간이 있으면 가요. If I have time, I'll go.
비가 오면 집에 있어요. If it rains, I stay home.
모르면 물어보세요. If you don't know, ask.