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Korean Grammar Patterns
-ㄹ 따름이다
Meaning
it's simply that / can only
How to use it
Means 'simply / only do X, nothing more,' limiting the situation to that one thing. Attaches to a verb stem as -ㄹ/을 따름이다, or follows nouns/adjectives via -(으)ㄹ. Formal and emphatic, common in speeches and humble remarks.
Near-synonym of -ㄹ 뿐이다 but more formal/written.,Common in set phrases: 감사할 따름입니다 'I'm simply grateful.'
Examples
| Korean | English |
|---|---|
| 이렇게 큰 상을 주셔서 그저 감사할 따름입니다. ireoke keun sangeul jusyeoseo geujeo gamsahal ttareumimnida. | Receiving such a great award, I am simply grateful. |
| 내가 할 수 있는 일은 묵묵히 기다릴 따름이다. naega hal su inneun ireun mukmukhi gidaril ttareumida. | All I can do is simply wait in silence. |
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