항해사는 선박의 이동 거리를 리 단위로 측정해 남겼다.
The navigator measured the ship’s travel distance in nautical miles and recorded it.
Korean
남기다
남기다
Meaning: to leave (behind)
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | 남기다 |
| Present | 남긴다 |
| Polite | 남겨요 |
| Formal | 남깁니다 |
| Past | 남겼다 |
| Past + Polite | 남겼어요 |
| Guess + Polite | 남기겠어요 |
| Connective | 남기고 |
| Conditional | 남기면 |
| Volitional | 남기자 |
| Imperative | 남겨라 |
| Imperative + Polite | 남기세요 |
| Attributive | 남기는 / 남긴 / 남길 |
Example sentences
음식을 남기면 안 돼요.
You shouldn't leave food.
국악 연구자는 순의 구조와 연주법을 기록으로 남겼습니다.
A traditional-music researcher recorded the instrument’s structure and playing method for posterity.
소식은 중국에서 살며 자연을 노래한 시와 뛰어난 서예로 이름을 남겼습니다.
Su Shi was a Chinese literary figure whose poetry and outstanding calligraphy left a lasting reputation.
조선 시대의 학자 이익은 실학 연구에 큰 업적을 남겼습니다.
The Joseon scholar Yi Ik made major contributions to the study of practical learning.
Usage Notes
Used for leaving something behind, like leftovers or a legacy.
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