Stop Misusing 에 vs 에서: Simple Guide for Beginner Korean Learners

 

Many beginners often mix up 에 and 에서, which leads to awkward or incorrect Korean sentences. This video lesson eliminates that confusion by clearly illustrating when to use each particle.

 

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🎯 What You’ll Learn

• 에 – Used to indicate location (static/existing) or destination/time (e.g., “at the library” or “by 3 PM”).

• 에서 – Marks the place where an action occurs or indicates origin (e.g., “study at-home” or “come from Seoul”).

• Watch real-life example sentences to see these particles in action.

• A quick summary at the end helps reinforce the rules.

 

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💡 Why It Matters

Particles are the backbone of Korean sentence structure—especially 에 vs. 에서. Using the wrong one can completely change your meaning:

• Saying “학교에 공부해요” (wrong) instead of “학교에서 공부해요” sounds unnatural and inaccurate.

• Understanding this difference ensures your sentences are grammatically correct and naturally fluent.

 

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🎥 Watch the Video

👉 Click here to watch on YouTube
🛑 Tip: Pause after each example and think about whether the speaker is describing a location or an action.

 

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🧠 Quick Reference Guide