How do I use the Korean verb ending -아/어 놓다 (-a/eo nohda)?

The Korean verb ending -아/어 놓다 (-a/eo nohda) is used to indicate that someone intentionally puts or places an object in a certain state or location. It implies an action that results in the object being left in a particular condition. Here's how you can use -아/어 놓다 in sentences:

Basic Structure:

1. Verb/Adjective + -아/어 놓다:

   • This form is used after a verb or an adjective.

2. Examples:

   • 가방을 테이블 위에 놓았어요. (Gabang-eul teibeul wieseo nohasseoyo.)
     • I put the bag on the table.
   • 문을 열어 놓았어요. (Mun-eul yeo-e nohasseoyo.)
     • I left the door open.
   • 창문을 닫아 놓으세요. (Changmun-eul dad-a noh-euseyo.)
     • Please close the window (and leave it closed).

Additional Tips:

• Purpose: This form emphasizes the intentional action of placing or leaving something in a particular state or location.

• Casual and Polite Speech: Like many verb endings, -아/어 놓다 can be used in both casual and polite speech.

• Usage with Adjectives: It can be used with adjectives as well, indicating the state in which something is intentionally left.

Examples:

1. Verb:

   • 컴퓨터를 켜 놓았어요. (Keompyuteo-reul kyeo nohasseoyo.)
     • I turned on the computer (and left it on).
   • 책상 정리해 놓았어요. (Chaeksang jeonglihae nohasseoyo.)
     • I cleaned up the desk (and left it tidy).

2. Adjective:

   • 창문을 열어 놓으면 시원해져요. (Changmun-eul yeo-e noh-eumyeon siwonhaejyeoyo.)
     • If you leave the window open, it gets cool.
   • 불을 켜 놓으면 어둡지 않아요. (Bul-eul kyeo noh-eumyeon eodubji anh-aeyo.)
     • If you leave the light on, it won't be dark.

3. Request:

   • 선생님, 문을 닫아 놓으세요. (Seonsaengnim, mun-eul dad-a noh-euseyo.)
     • Teacher, please close the door (and leave it closed).

4. Advice:

   • 비 오는데 우산을 챙겨 놓아요. (Bi oneunde usan-eul chaenggyeo noh-ayo.)
     • Since it's raining, bring an umbrella (and leave it with you).

Practice using -아/어 놓다 in various situations to become more comfortable with its usage in different contexts.