A/V-(스)ㅂ니다

Present tense

Explanation

The present tense of the formal polite style in Korean is made by adding ㅂ니다 or 습니다.

It is used mainly in formal or public situations such as in the military, news broadcasts, presentations, meetings, and lectures.

Details

Kimchi Reader

Used to explain the present action, state, or fact politely.

Examples
할아버지가 칭찬하셨<span class='focus'>습니다</span>.
Grandfather praised me.
저를 살려 주신 은혜를 꼭 갚고 싶<span class='focus'>습니다</span>.
I want to repay the favor of saving me.
9시 뉴스<span class='focus'>입니다.</span>
This is the 9 o'clock news.

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