The Good News Nobody Tells You
In French, you memorize dozens of endings. In Korean, the verb does NOT change by person. 먹어요 stays 먹어요 whether it's "I," "you," "he," or "we."
Direct Comparison
| Aspect | French | Korean |
|---|---|---|
| Person | 6 forms | 1 form |
| Gender | M/F | None |
| Subjunctive | Yes | No |
| Politeness levels | 2 | 6-7 |
How It Works
All Korean verbs end in 다 in dictionary form. Replace 다 with the appropriate ending:
- Present polite: 먹다 → 먹어요
- Past polite: 먹다 → 먹었어요
- Future polite: 먹다 → 먹을 거예요