놓다
nota[no̞tʰa̠]
To put in Korean is 놓다 (nota). Wiktionary also lists 두다 (duda).
Meaning: to place something somewhere (verb)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 놓다 | nota | [no̞tʰa̠] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 두다 | duda | [tuda̠] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
Which one should you use?
The two forms used for this concept have different nuances. 놓다 emphasizes the physical act of setting or releasing an object onto a surface. In contrast, 두다 emphasizes the state of leaving something in a certain place and it is often used when the focus is on the location where an object is kept or left for a period of time.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using the conjugated form of 놓다, the form 놓아 is often shortened to 놔 in casual speech.
How do you pronounce it?
nota
Did you know?
- The verb 두다 is used in the phrase 마음(을) 두다, which literally means 'to put one's heart' but is used to express having a crush or taking an interest in someone.
- In Korean, the word for 'putting' something down can change based on the social status of the object. For example, a different honorific verb is used when putting something down for a person of higher status.
- The word 두다 shares an ancient root with the concept of 'possessing' something, which is why it often carries the nuance of 'keeping' or 'leaving' an object in a place.
Examples in context
- 책을 책상 위에 두다To put the book on the deskThis sentence is useful for seeing how to use 두다 to describe placing a book on a desk.
- 핸드폰을 식탁에 놓으세요.Please put your phone on the dining table.
- 컵을 테이블 위에 놓다.keobeul teibeul wie nohta.To place a cup on the table.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “put” translations and entries 놓다, 두다, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 놓다, 두다, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
