Soon as: -ㄴ/은/는 대로
Use `-는 대로` for professional, planned sequences where the second action follows the first without any delay.
The Rule in 30 Seconds
- Connects two actions where the second happens immediately after the first.
- Attach `-는 대로` to any action verb stem regardless of consonants.
- Primarily used for future intentions, promises, or professional requests.
- More formal and planned than the casual alternative `-자마자`.
Quick Reference
| Verb Base | Stem | Grammar Attachment | Resulting Phrase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 도착하다 (to arrive) | 도착하 | -는 대로 | 도착하는 대로 |
| 끝나다 (to finish) | 끝나 | -는 대로 | 끝나는 대로 |
| 받다 (to receive) | 받 | -는 대로 | 받는 대로 |
| 확인하다 (to check) | 확인하 | -는 대로 | 확인하는 대로 |
| 결정되다 (to be decided) | 결정되 | -는 대로 | 결정되는 대로 |
| 준비되다 (to be ready) | 준비되 | -는 대로 | 준비되는 대로 |
| 연락하다 (to contact) | 연락하 | -는 대로 | 연락하는 대로 |
Exemplos-chave
3 de 8집에 도착하는 대로 전화할게요.
I will call you as soon as I arrive home.
회의가 끝나는 대로 자료를 보내겠습니다.
I will send the materials as soon as the meeting ends.
음식이 나오는 대로 바로 먹읍시다.
Let's eat immediately as soon as the food comes out.
The Space Matters
Remember to put a space between the verb part and '대로'. It's `하는` (space) `대로`. It looks cleaner and is grammatically correct!
No Past Tense!
Never use `-았/었-` before `-는 대로`. Even if you are talking about something that will be finished, the grammar itself stays in the present form.
The Rule in 30 Seconds
- Connects two actions where the second happens immediately after the first.
- Attach `-는 대로` to any action verb stem regardless of consonants.
- Primarily used for future intentions, promises, or professional requests.
- More formal and planned than the casual alternative `-자마자`.
Overview
Welcome to the world of immediate action! Have you ever wanted to say "I'll call you the second I land"? Or maybe "Let's eat the moment the pizza arrives"? In Korean, we use -는 대로 to express this. It connects two actions. The second action happens immediately after the first one finishes. It is a sleek, professional way to show sequence. You will hear this in offices and daily life. It makes you sound very organized and prompt. Think of it as the "no-delay" grammar rule. It is like a relay race where the baton is passed instantly.
How This Grammar Works
This pattern attaches to action verbs. It tells the listener that Action B is waiting for Action A. As soon as Action A hits the finish line, Action B starts. It is most commonly used for future plans. You are making a promise about what comes next. It feels a bit more formal than other "as soon as" patterns. You might use it with your boss or a new client. But you can also use it with friends to sound reliable. It is all about that instant connection between two events. No coffee breaks between them!
Formation Pattern
- 1Find the verb stem of your action verb.
- 2For the "as soon as" meaning, we almost always use
-는 대로. - 3Attach
-는 대로directly to the stem. - 4It does not matter if the stem ends in a vowel or a consonant.
- 5Example:
가다(to go) becomes가는 대로. - 6Example:
먹다(to eat) becomes먹는 대로. - 7Keep the second half of the sentence in the tense you need.
- 8Usually, the second half is in the future or a command.
When To Use It
Use this when you want to sound efficient. It is perfect for business emails. Imagine you are waiting for a report. You can say, "I will send it as soon as I finish." In a job interview, it shows you are proactive. Use it when giving directions too. "Turn left as soon as you see the pharmacy." It is also great for travel. "Let's check in as soon as we get to the hotel." It implies a sense of duty or a logical next step. It is the grammar equivalent of a "Fast Pass" at a theme park.
When Not To Use It
Do not use this for things that happened in the past. If you want to say "I fell asleep as soon as I got home yesterday," use -자마자 instead. -는 대로 looks forward, not backward. Also, avoid using it with adjectives like "pretty" or "big." You cannot "as soon as big." It only works with actions. Do not use it for things that happen by pure coincidence. It usually implies a planned or expected sequence. If a bird poops on your head the moment you walk outside, -는 대로 is too formal for that tragedy!
Common Mistakes
One big mistake is adding past tense to the first verb. People often try to say 갔는 대로 for "as soon as I went." This is wrong. Always use the present form -는 대로 even if the overall context is future. Another mistake is confusing it with the other meaning of 대로. 대로 can also mean "in accordance with." But when we talk about time, we focus on the "as soon as" vibe. Don't forget the space! It is verb + 는 (space) 대로. Yes, even native speakers forget that space sometimes.
Contrast With Similar Patterns
How is this different from -자마자? Great question! -자마자 is the casual, high-energy cousin. You use -자마자 for sudden, spontaneous things. "I screamed as soon as I saw the spider." -는 대로 is more composed and professional. It is for things that are supposed to happen. Think of -자마자 as a surprise party. Think of -는 대로 as a scheduled meeting. There is also -고 나서, which just means "after." -고 나서 allows for a little break. -는 대로 says "Right now!"
Quick FAQ
Q. Can I use this with 이다 (to be)?
A. Not usually for the time meaning. It prefers action verbs.
Q. Is it okay for texting?
A. Absolutely! It makes you look like you have your life together.
Q. Does it work with honorifics?
A. Yes! Just add -시- to the stem, like 오시는 대로.
Q. Can I use it for the weather?
A. Only if the weather is "doing" an action, like 비가 그치는 대로 (as soon as the rain stops).
Reference Table
| Verb Base | Stem | Grammar Attachment | Resulting Phrase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 도착하다 (to arrive) | 도착하 | -는 대로 | 도착하는 대로 |
| 끝나다 (to finish) | 끝나 | -는 대로 | 끝나는 대로 |
| 받다 (to receive) | 받 | -는 대로 | 받는 대로 |
| 확인하다 (to check) | 확인하 | -는 대로 | 확인하는 대로 |
| 결정되다 (to be decided) | 결정되 | -는 대로 | 결정되는 대로 |
| 준비되다 (to be ready) | 준비되 | -는 대로 | 준비되는 대로 |
| 연락하다 (to contact) | 연락하 | -는 대로 | 연락하는 대로 |
The Space Matters
Remember to put a space between the verb part and '대로'. It's `하는` (space) `대로`. It looks cleaner and is grammatically correct!
No Past Tense!
Never use `-았/었-` before `-는 대로`. Even if you are talking about something that will be finished, the grammar itself stays in the present form.
Business Magic
In emails, use `확인하는 대로 연락드리겠습니다` (I'll contact you as soon as I check). It makes you sound incredibly reliable and sharp.
Pali-Pali Culture
This grammar perfectly reflects the Korean 'Pali-Pali' (hurry-hurry) culture. It shows that you value the other person's time by acting immediately.
Exemplos
8집에 도착하는 대로 전화할게요.
Focus: 도착하는 대로
I will call you as soon as I arrive home.
A very common promise made to friends or family.
회의가 끝나는 대로 자료를 보내겠습니다.
Focus: 끝나는 대로
I will send the materials as soon as the meeting ends.
Professional and shows you are ready to work.
음식이 나오는 대로 바로 먹읍시다.
Focus: 나오는 대로
Let's eat immediately as soon as the food comes out.
Expresses hunger and immediate intent.
준비가 되시는 대로 말씀해 주세요.
Focus: 되시는 대로
Please tell me as soon as you are ready.
Uses the honorific '-시-' for politeness.
결과가 나오는 대로 알려 드릴게요.
Focus: 나오는 대로
I'll let you know as soon as the results are out.
Used when waiting for external information.
✗ 밥을 먹었는 대로 갈게요. → ✓ 밥을 먹는 대로 갈게요.
Focus: 먹는 대로
I'll go as soon as I eat.
Never use past tense markers like '-었-' before '-는 대로'.
✗ 비가 왔는 대로 나갔어요. → ✓ 비가 오자마자 나갔어요.
Focus: 오자마자
I went out as soon as it rained.
Use '-자마자' for past events, not '-는 대로'.
서류가 접수되는 대로 검토에 들어가겠습니다.
Focus: 접수되는 대로
We will begin the review as soon as the documents are received.
High-level professional phrasing.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence to say 'I will call you as soon as I finish work.'
일이 ___ 바로 전화할게요.
'-는 대로' is the best fit for an immediate action following the completion of work.
Choose the correct form for 'As soon as you see the message, please reply.'
메시지를 ___ 답장 부탁드려요.
Even though you 'see' it first, we use the present form '-는 대로' for this pattern.
Which one sounds most professional for 'As soon as the boss arrives'?
사장님이 ___ 보고하겠습니다.
'-는 대로' with the honorific '-시-' is the most professional choice for a business setting.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Recursos visuais
-는 대로 vs -자마자
Can I use -는 대로?
Is it an action verb?
Is it a future plan or promise?
Is the action immediate?
Ready to use!
Verbs that love -는 대로
Movement
- • 도착하다
- • 가다
- • 오다
Communication
- • 연락하다
- • 말하다
- • 듣다
Completion
- • 끝나다
- • 완성하다
- • 결정되다
Perguntas frequentes
20 perguntasIt means 'as soon as' or 'immediately after' one action happens. For example, 가는 대로 means 'as soon as I go'.
It is slightly formal and very polite. You can use it in business settings or with people you don't know well, but it's also fine with friends.
No, it is only used with action verbs when you want to express 'as soon as'. You can't say 'as soon as pretty'.
-자마자 is more for sudden or casual events. -는 대로 is for planned, logical sequences and sounds more professional.
Usually, no. For past events, -자마자 is the standard choice. -는 대로 is almost always for future intentions.
No, it's very simple! Just add -는 대로 to any action verb stem, like 먹는 대로 or 가는 대로.
If you use it with a noun like 법대로 (according to the law), it means 'according to' or 'in accordance with' rather than 'as soon as'.
Yes! You can say 오시는 대로 (as soon as you/he/she arrives) to show respect to the person performing the action.
Yes, there should be a space: 하는 대로. It's a common mistake even for native speakers to skip it.
Yes, 아는 대로 can mean 'as soon as I find out' or 'as far as I know' depending on the context.
Yes, it acts as a connector between two clauses. A 하는 대로 B 해요 (As soon as A, do B).
Yes, if it's an action like 비가 그치는 대로 (as soon as the rain stops). It's very common for making plans.
Yes, it sounds very polite and clear. It’s great for making plans with friends like 도착하는 대로 카톡해 (KakaoTalk me as soon as you arrive).
-고 나서 just means 'after' and doesn't imply immediacy. -는 대로 means there is no gap between the actions.
The grammar rule specifically requires the present form -는. The future or past meaning comes from the second half of the sentence.
Yes, very often! News anchors use it to talk about upcoming events or official schedules.
Sure! 먹는 대로 means 'as soon as I eat'. For example, 'I'll wash the dishes as soon as I eat'.
It's perfect for your boss! It shows you are efficient. 준비되는 대로 보고하겠습니다 (I'll report as soon as it's ready).
Yes, it can also mean 'just as it is' or 'according to', like 말하는 대로 (as [you] said).
You can say 가능한 한 빨리 or use 되는 대로 빨리 which literally means 'as quickly as it becomes possible'.
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