A2

Progressive -고 있다

진행형

About this concept

Progressive aspect: stem + 고 있다 (be doing). Emphasizes ongoing action. 고 있다 conjugates for tense. Some verbs use -아/어 있다 for resultant state.

In Settemila Lingue, this concept generates a practice deck of ~35 cards at level A2.

Examples

지금 먹고 있어요.(I) am eating now.
뭐 하고 있어요?What are you doing?
비가 오고 있어요.It is raining.
문이 열려 있어요.The door is open. (state)

Prerequisite

Connecting with -고A1

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