Raphael S.

Transformative endings like -기, -는, -고, and -게 don’t just end thoughts—they reshape verbs to express purpose, quotes, and more.
Whether you’re saying “I like cooking” or quoting BTS lyrics, 전성어미 gives Korean its depth.
Want to sound native? Master these endings first.

종결어미 (sentence-final endings) are how Korean sentences express intent, tone, and politeness. Whether you’re asking, stating, or suggesting, the final word matters.
This guide breaks down every type—declarative, interrogative, imperative, propositive—so you can speak naturally and appropriately.

Korean verbs pack in tense, politeness, and nuance not by adding new words, but by inserting pre-final endings like -었-, -시-, -겠- between the stem and final ending.
They may be tiny, but without them, sentences fall flat.
Learn them, and you’ll unlock natural Korean sentence flow.

Korean final endings (어말어미) do more than finish sentences—they shape your tone, reflect your respect, and reveal your emotion.
From casual chats to formal presentations, the right sentence ending is the difference between awkward and authentic.
It’s not just grammar. It’s how you connect.