0

I have googled to see what does 어느 mean and what I understand is that it is used to ask questions. I am confused what does it mean in the above sentence.

Please also explain the sentence structure used in above sentence so that I can use it to make sentences by myself.

1 Answer 1

2

어느 in your phrase means "one" or "a certain", referring to something introduced first.
It can also mean "which" or "whichever" in a question, or "(not) any/either" when treating all candidates the same way.

  • 어느 것이 더 좋아? = Which one do you like better? (question)
  • 어느 것도 마음에 안 들어 = I don't like any or them. (negative sentence)
  • 어느 멋진 날 = one fine day. (introducing one particular case)

Most Korean question words (like WH-words in English) work like this.

  • 언제 올 거야? = When are you coming? (question)
  • 언제든지 괜찮아 = Any time is good (treating all cases the same, like "any".
  • 언제 한 번 와 = Come over sometime (referring to a a certain case, like "a" or "some".

  • 어떻게 할 거야? = What are you going to do?
  • 어떻게 해도 안 돼. = It won't work no matter what I do.
  • 어떻게 해 봐. = Do something if you can.

  • 누가 그렇게 말해? = Who is saying that?
  • 누구나 다 그래 = Everyone is saying that / Everyone is like that.
  • 누군가가 도와줬으면 좋겠다 = I hope someone can help me.

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge that you have read and understand our privacy policy and code of conduct.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.