Korean · Greetings & Essentials
"Or" in Korean: 또는
또는ttoneun
Or in Korean is 또는 (ttoneun). 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
Or: starting the exchange
현금 또는 카드로 내세요.hyeongeum ttoneun kadeuro naeseyo.
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How to pronounce 또는
Say it
ttoneun
/t͈onɯn/
또는 is read ttoneun. In 차 또는 커피, read the full phrase as cha ttoneun keopi.
"Or" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 또는ttoneun | Or The inventory form for or. | The inventory form for or. |
| 차 또는 커피cha ttoneun keopi | tea or coffee 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives. | 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives. |
How to use 또는 in real life
- 1Or: starting the exchange
현금 또는 카드로 내세요.
hyeongeum ttoneun kadeuro naeseyo.
Pay with cash or a card.
또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
- 2Or: adding useful context
월요일 또는 화요일에 만나요.
woryoil ttoneun hwayoire mannayo.
Let’s meet on Monday or Tuesday.
This sentence places 또는 in a complete exchange.
- 3Or: a different conversation
차 또는 커피를 고르세요.
cha ttoneun keopireul goreuseyo.
Choose tea or coffee.
This sentence places 또는 in a complete exchange.
Mistakes English speakers make with 또는
Incorrect: 차 또는 커피을 고르세요.
Correct: 차 또는 커피를 고르세요.
When practicing or, 커피 ends in a vowel, so this sentence needs 커피를, not 커피을.
Incorrect: 현금 또는 카드로 내세요이에요.
Correct: 현금 또는 카드로 내세요.
When practicing or, a conjugated predicate already finishes this sentence; do not append the noun copula 이에요. Keep the complete form 현금 또는 카드로 내세요.
Good to know
또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
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Tutor-led greetings and essentials study exercise: two sentences with 또는
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
현금 또는 카드로 내세요.
hyeongeum ttoneun kadeuro naeseyo.
Pay with cash or a card.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
월요일 또는 화요일에 만나요.
woryoil ttoneun hwayoire mannayo.
Let’s meet on Monday or Tuesday.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Or" in Korean
What does 또는 mean?
Or in Korean is 또는 (ttoneun). 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
When should I say 차 또는 커피?
또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
How does 차 또는 커피 differ from the basic expression?
차 또는 커피 means “tea or coffee”. 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
Can I use 또는 in a full sentence?
현금 또는 카드로 내세요. means “Pay with cash or a card.” 또는 joins alternatives, often in written or careful speech; 아니면 is common between conversational alternatives.
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