Korean

보다

보다
Meaning: than; compared to
Part of Speech: Particle

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Example sentences

Today is hotter than yesterday.
그는 나보다 한 수 위다.
He is a cut above me.
나는 밥보다 면을 더 좋아한다.
I like noodles more than rice.
가족 간의 화가 무엇보다 중요하다.
Harmony among family members is more important than anything.
저는 단것보다 매운 음식을 더 좋아하는 편이에요.
I tend to prefer spicy food over sweet things.
모든 일은 결과보다 과정이 중요합니다.
In all things, the process is more important than the result.
혈압 수치가 정상 범위보다 높습니다.
The blood pressure reading is higher than the normal range.
지금보다 이전에는 더 많은 사람들이 이곳에 살았습니다.
Before now, more people lived here.
올해는 작년보다 더 행복할 거예요.
This year will be happier than last year.
그는 누구보다 발이 빨랐다.
He was faster than anyone.

Usage Notes

Comparison particle meaning 'than/compared to'; attaches to the noun being compared.

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