V + -게 (So that, in order that)
Meaning: So that / in order to (the preceding clause states the target state or goal to be achieved by performing the following action).
Conjugation & Pattern
- Verb stem (V) + -게
- Negative: V + -지 않게 (so as not to...)
- Can end a conversational reply as -게요
Detailed Usage
Expresses the expected goal or standard of the following action. Unlike -(으)려고, the two clauses with -게 may have different subjects, and the main clause can be imperative or propositive.
Example Sentences
- 1
약속을 잊어버리지 않게 형에게 전화해야겠다.
Yaksogeul ijeobeoriji ange hyeongege jeonhwahaeyagetda.
I should call my older brother so that he doesn't forget the appointment.
- 2
맛있는 음식을 만들게 신선한 재료를 사다 주세요.
Masinneun eumsigeul mandeulge sinseonhan jaeryoreul sada juseyo.
Please buy fresh ingredients so that I can cook delicious food.
- 3
옷을 따뜻하게 입으세요. 감기에 걸리지 않게요.
Oseul ttatteuthage ibeuseyo. gamgie geolliji angeyo.
Please dress warmly. So that you don't catch a cold.
Important Notes
In conversation, the main clause can be omitted, ending the sentence with '-게요'.
