TOPIK60_Day19 : ~(으)려고, ~ 기 위해
📌 TOPIK II Intensive Preparation: Killer Korean in 60 Seconds Curriculum
Mastering Intentions: '-(으)려고' vs '-기 위해'
TOPIK Core Vocabulary & Grammar Blueprint ⑦- Both '-(으)려고' and '-기 위해(서)' express goals or intentions ("in order to"), but differ significantly in formality, syntax constraints, and clause structures.
- '-(으)려고' is predominantly used in spoken and casual contexts. Crucially, it cannot be followed by imperative (-으하세요) or proposative (-자) ending clauses.
- '-기 위해(서)' belongs to formal speech and academic writing. It can also attach directly to nouns in the form 'Noun + -를/을 위해(서)'.
- Mastering these intent markers allows TOPIK test takers to construct logical cause-and-effect essays (Writing Task 53/54) and accurately interpret listening dialogues.
📚 High-Yield Vocabulary Masterclass
Master these 5 core TOPIK vocabulary terms essential for discussing objectives, preparation, and personal ambitions.
✍️ Comparative Grammar Masterclass
Understand the precise structural differences between '-(으)려고' and '-기 위해(서)' to avoid critical errors in TOPIK writing.
| Category | -(으)려고 | -기 위해(서) |
|---|---|---|
| Formality | Casual to standard spoken Korean | Formal spoken & academic writing |
| Imperative / Proposative | ❌ Cannot be used with -으세요 / -자 | ❌ Cannot be used with -으세요 / -자 |
| Noun Attachment | ❌ Verb stems only | ✅ Noun + -를/을 위해(서) |
| Subject Constraint | Same subject in both clauses | Same subject in both clauses |
Core Concept: Attached to verb stems to indicate the speaker's intention or plan. Translates to "in order to" or "intending to".
- Consonant ending (except ㄹ): + -으려고 (예: 먹다 → 먹으려고)
- Vowel ending or ㄹ: + -려고 (예: 가다 → 가려고, 살다 → 살려고)
실전 적용: 한국 회사에 취직하려고 한국어를 공부하고 있습니다.
English: I am studying Korean in order to get a job at a Korean company.
Core Concept: Expresses an objective, goal, or benefit. Highly favored in formal speeches, news reports, and TOPIK Essay Writing (Writing Task 54).
- Verb stem: + -기 위해(서) (예: 합격하다 → 합격하기 위해)
- Noun ending in consonant: + -을 위해(서) (예: 건강 → 건강을 위해)
- Noun ending in vowel: + -를 위해(서) (예: 미래 → 미래를 위해)
실전 적용: 건강을 유지하기 위해 매일 운동을 시작했습니다.
English: I started exercising every day in order to maintain my health.
💬 Real-World Dialogue
Observe how Mike (마이크) and Grace (그레이스) utilize goal-setting grammar while discussing TOPIK exam preparation strategies.
그레이스 씨, 요즘 왜 이렇게 도서관에 자주 가요?
(Grace, why do you go to the library so often these days?)
다음 달에 있는 TOPIK 시험을 준비하기 위해 매일 공부하고 있어요.
(I am studying every day in order to prepare for the TOPIK exam next month.)
아, 그렇군요! 몇 급을 달성하려고 해요?
(Ah, I see! What level are you intending to achieve?)
이번에는 꼭 4급을 따서 대학원에 진학하려고 해요.
(This time I intend to get Level 4 without fail to enter graduate school.)
✏️ Editorial Assessment Exercises
Test your understanding of grammar rules and vocabulary usages with these authentic TOPIK-style questions.
세계적인 기업에 ( ) 영어와 한국어를 모두 열심히 공부하고 있습니다.
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