How do I use the Korean verb ending -네요 (-neyo)?

The Korean verb ending "-네요" ("-neyo") is commonly used to express surprise, discovery, or realization. It adds a nuance of new information or realization to the statement. It's similar to saying "Oh," or "I see" in English. Let's break down how to use this verb ending:

Construction:

Verbstem+−네요Verbstem+−네요

Examples:

1. 좋아하다 (johahada) - to like:

   • 좋아하네요 (johahaneoyo) - Oh, (he/she/they) like(s).

   • Example: 그 사람은 커피를 좋아하네요. (Geu saram-eun keopi-reul johahaneoyo.) - Oh, that person likes coffee.

2. 알다 (alda) - to know:

   • 알아요 (alayo) - (I/he/she/they) know(s).

   • 알네요 (alneyo) - Oh, (I/he/she/they) know(s).

   • Example: 그 영화 배우를 알아요. (Geu yeonghwa bae-u-reul alayo.) - I know that movie actor.

3. 가다 (gada) - to go:

   • 가네요 (ganeyo) - Oh, (he/she/they) go(es).

   • Example: 학교에 가네요. (Hakgyo-e ganeoyo.) - Oh, (he/she/they) go to school.

4. 먹다 (meokda) - to eat:

   • 먹네요 (meogneyo) - Oh, (he/she/they) eat(s).

   • Example: 피자를 먹네요. (Pijareul meogneyo.) - Oh, (he/she/they) eat pizza.

Notes:

• "-네요" is often used in informal conversations and is suitable for casual settings.

• This ending is commonly used when the speaker discovers or realizes something new or expresses surprise about a situation.

• It's used to convey a sense of reaction or realization and can be added to various verb stems.

• Adjust the verb stem based on the context, and remember to use the appropriate politeness level.

Using "-네요" adds a conversational and expressive tone to your sentences, making them more dynamic and engaging.