고인의 뜻에 따라 가족장으로 치르기로 했다.
According to the wishes of the deceased, we decided to hold a family funeral.
Korean
따르다
따르다
Meaning: to follow; to obey
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | 따르다 |
| Present | 따른다 |
| Polite | 따라요 |
| Formal | 따릅니다 |
| Past | 따랐다 |
| Past + Polite | 따랐어요 |
| Guess + Polite | 따르겠어요 |
| Connective | 따르고 |
| Conditional | 따르면 |
| Volitional | 따르자 |
| Imperative | 따라라 |
| Imperative + Polite | 따르세요 |
| Attributive | 따르는 / 따른 / 따를 |
Example sentences
You have to follow the rules.
자녀는 아버지의 성을 따르는 것이 일반적입니다.
It is common for children to take their father's surname.
기록에 따르면 경기는 춤과 노래에 뛰어났다고 한다.
According to records, Seoul gisaeng were said to be excellent at dancing and singing.
사람들이 모두 웃는 운에 나도 따라 웃었다.
In the momentum of everyone laughing, I laughed along too.
강을 따라 쌓은 언제가 무너졌다.
The embankment built along the river collapsed.
자유에는 책임이 따른다.
Freedom comes with responsibility.
그녀는 항상 최신 패션을 따른다.
She always follows the latest fashion.
고려 시대에는 벼슬아치의 등급에 따라 정리가 배속되었다.
In the Goryeo Dynasty, 'jeongri' were assigned according to the rank of the government official.
절차를 따르세요.
Please follow the procedure.
Usage Notes
Used when adhering to rules, instructions, or following someone/something physically.
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