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Lv 4Grammar expressionSeen on past TOPIK papersIntermediate · TOPIK II

-어 나가다

keep ~ing forward / carry on ~ing

Attaches to a verb stem to show an action continuing and progressing over time, often toward a goal; frequent in written and formal speech about ongoing efforts.

Examples

  • 우리는 어려움을 함께 극복해 나갈 것이다.

    We will overcome the difficulties together as we move forward.

  • 회사는 새로운 기술을 계속 개발해 나가고 있다.

    The company keeps developing new technology.

  • 그는 꿈을 이루기 위해 꾸준히 노력해 나갔다.

    He kept working steadily to achieve his dream.

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Quick check

  1. 1. What does ‘-어 나가다’ mean?

  2. 2. Which form means “keep ~ing forward / carry on ~ing”?