아/어 오다 ②

Has been

Explanation

Kimchi Reader

Indicates an action that started in the past continues into the present.

Details

Spacing

Both versions [아/어]오다 and 아/어 오다 (with space) exist and can be used interchangeably.

Examples
10년부터 한국에서 <span class='focus'>살아 왔어요</span>.
I've lived in Korea as of 10 years ago (so far even till now now)
제 선생님을 항상 <span class='focus'>믿어 와요</span>?
I always believe in my teacher (before and still to this day).
나는 열심히 <span class='focus'>일해 왔어요</span>.
I've worked hard (from the start continually even now)

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