Korean Verbs — 500 Basic

If the last vowel of the stem is or ㅗ , add -아요 (e.g., 가다 → 가요). For other vowels, add -어요 (e.g., 먹다 → 먹어요).

: Used with close friends or younger people (e.g., 가다 → 가). Learning Resources 500 Basic Korean Verbs

Mastering Korean verbs is essential because the verb always comes at the end of the sentence and carries critical information about tense, politeness, and mood. The most authoritative resource for this topic is the 500 Basic Korean Verbs by Kyubyong Park, which provides a comprehensive guide to conjugation and usage. Korean verbs are generally classified into four main types: If the last vowel of the stem is or ㅗ , add -아요 (e