A/V-(스)ㅂ니다

Present tense

Structure
Vowel-final: 가다 → 가 + ㅂ니다 → 갑니다 (go)
Consonant-final: 먹다 → 먹 + 습니다 → 먹습니다 (eat)
ㄹ-final: 살다 → 살 − ㄹ + ㅂ니다 → 삽니다 (live)
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.