Korean · Common Verbs
이다
ida
To be
Beginnerverb
Definition
The copula used to say that something is something.
Example
저는 학생이에요.
I am a student.
Etymology
'이다' (ida) is a verb in Korean that serves as a copula, translating to 'to be.' Its usage is fundamental to sentence structure, reflecting the Korean understanding of existence and identity.
How & Where It’s Used
Used across all registers, including formal and informal speech, it is a critical component of Korean grammar.