TOPIK 1Connectors
-고
Connector -고 (and, then)
Connects two clauses or actions (and/then)
Description
The connector -고 joins two verbs, adjectives, or sentences. It can mean 'and' (listing actions or states) or 'then' (sequential actions).
Usage
Remove 다 from the verb stem and add -고. Used to list multiple actions or describe things happening in sequence.
Formation Rules
- 1Verb/Adjective stem + 고
Tips
- 💡Both clauses can have the same or different subjects
- 💡The tense is usually shown in the final verb only
- 💡Can connect more than two clauses
Example Sentences
밥을 먹고 커피를 마셔요.
Babeul meokgo keopireul masyeoyo.
I eat rice and drink coffee.
샤워하고 자요.
Syawohago jayo.
I shower and then sleep.
이 책은 재미있고 유익해요.
I chaegeun jaemiitgo yuikaeyo.
This book is interesting and informative.
Related Patterns
Practice "-고" in the MyTOPIK App
Get instant AI feedback and detailed explanations.