Lv 2Grammar expressionSeen on past TOPIK papersBeginner · TOPIK I
-을까 하다
thinking of ~ing (tentatively)
Attaches to a verb stem to express a loosely formed, tentative plan the speaker is still considering; softer and less definite than -을 것이다 or -을 계획이다.
Examples
주말에 등산이나 갈까 해요.
I'm thinking of maybe going hiking this weekend.
이번 방학에는 운전을 배울까 한다.
I'm thinking of maybe learning to drive this vacation.
저녁에는 그냥 집에서 쉴까 해요.
I'm thinking I might just rest at home in the evening.
Examples written by Korea TOPIK Center.
Quick check
1. What does ‘-을까 하다’ mean?
2. Which form means “thinking of ~ing (tentatively)”?