BTS – DNA

Korean Lyrics:

➡ 걱정하지 마 love [ geok-jeong-ha-ji ma ]
이 모든 건 우연이 아니니까

English Translation:

➡ “Don’t worry” love
Because all of this is not a coincidence.

💡 Explanation:

• 걱정하지 마 (Don’t worry) → This is a comforting phrase, telling someone not to worry about something.

BLACKPINK – 뚜두뚜두 (DDU-DU DDU-DU)

Korean Lyrics:

➡ ” 착각하지 마 ” [ chak-gak-ha-ji ma ]
쉽게 웃어주는 건 날 위한 거야

English Translation:

➡ “Don’t be mistaken”
Just because I smile easily doesn’t mean it’s for you.

💡 Explanation:

• 착각하지 마 (Don’t be mistaken) → This is used when someone wrongly assumes something.

Learning Tips

1️⃣ “하지 마” is used with ‘하다’ verbs.

• 걱정하다 (to worry) → 걱정하지 마 (Don’t worry)
• 착각하다 (to be mistaken) → 착각하지 마 (Don’t be mistaken)

2️⃣ These expressions are used in real life!

• 걱정하지 마! 다 잘될 거야. (Don’t worry! Everything will be fine.)
• 착각하지 마! 난 관심 없어. (Don’t be mistaken! I’m not interested.)

3️⃣ Listen to the songs!

• Hearing these phrases in music helps you remember them naturally.

🌟 Now, try using “걱정하지 마” and “착각하지 마” in your own sentences! 😊

1. Expressions Related to Emotions

These expressions are used to comfort someone or tell them not to feel a certain way.

• 걱정하지 마 (Don’t worry) → “너무 걱정하지 마, 다 잘될 거야.” → “Don’t worry too much, everything will be fine.”
• 슬퍼하지 마 (Don’t be sad) → “실패해도 너무 슬퍼하지 마.” → “Don’t be too sad, even if you fail.”
• 울지 마 (Don’t cry) → “울지 마, 괜찮아질 거야.” → “Don’t cry, everything will be okay.”
• 화내지 마 (Don’t get angry) → “작은 일에 너무 화내지 마.” → “Don’t get angry over small things.”
• 부끄러워하지 마 (Don’t be shy) → “틀려도 괜찮아, 부끄러워하지 마!” → “It’s okay to make mistakes, don’t be shy!”

2. Expressions About Misunderstanding or Judgment

These expressions are used to tell someone not to misunderstand or misjudge.

• 착각하지 마 (Don’t be mistaken) → “나한테 관심 있다고 착각하지 마!” → “Don’t fool yourself into thinking I’m interested in you!”
• 오해하지 마 (Don’t misunderstand) → “내가 한 말 오해하지 마.” → “Don’t misunderstand what I said.”
• 무시하지 마 (Don’t ignore me) → “나를 무시하지 마!” → “Don’t ignore me!”
• 과소평가하지 마 (Don’t underestimate me) → “내 능력을 과소평가하지 마.” → “Don’t underestimate my ability.”
• 멋대로 판단하지 마 (Don’t judge recklessly) → “내 상황을 모르면서 멋대로 판단하지 마.” → “Don’t judge me when you don’t know my situation.”

3. Expressions to Stop Certain Actions

These expressions are used to tell someone not to do something.

• 따라하지 마 (Don’t copy me) → “나 따라하지 마!” → “Don’t copy me!”
• 늦지 마 (Don’t be late) → “약속 시간 늦지 마.” → “Don’t be late for our appointment.”
• 포기하지 마 (Don’t give up) → “아직 기회가 있어, 포기하지 마!” → “There’s still a chance, don’t give up!”
• 도망가지 마 (Don’t run away) → “어려운 일이 생겨도 도망가지 마.” → “Even when things get tough, don’t run away.”
• 거짓말하지 마 (Don’t lie) → “솔직하게 말해, 거짓말하지 마.” → “Be honest, don’t lie.”

4. Everyday Expressions

These are expressions used frequently in daily life.

• 장난치지 마 (Don’t joke around) → “지금 진지한 얘기 중이야, 장난치지 마.” → “We’re having a serious talk, don’t joke around.”
• 건드리지 마 (Don’t touch) → “내 물건이야, 건드리지 마!” → “That’s my stuff, don’t touch it!”
• 비교하지 마 (Don’t compare) → “다른 사람과 나를 비교하지 마.” → “Don’t compare me with others.”
• 욕하지 마 (Don’t swear) → “아무리 화가 나도 욕하지 마.” → “No matter how angry you are, don’t swear.”
• 핑계 대지 마 (Don’t make excuses) → “잘못했으면 그냥 인정해, 핑계 대지 마.” → “If you made a mistake, just admit it. Don’t make excuses.”

“지 마” vs. “하지 마” – What’s the Difference?

1. “지 마”

This is used with verbs that are NOT ‘하다’ verbs.

✅ Examples:

• “가다 (to go)” → “가지 마 (Don’t go)” → “Don’t go.”
• “먹다 (to eat)” → “먹지 마 (Don’t eat)” → “Don’t eat.”
• “마시다 (to drink)” → “마시지 마 (Don’t drink)” → “Don’t drink.”
• “울다 (to cry)” → “울지 마 (Don’t cry)” → “Don’t cry.”
• “도망가다 (to run away)” → “도망가지 마 (Don’t run away)” → “Don’t run away.”

2. “하지 마”

This is used only with ‘하다’ verbs.

✅ Examples:

• “공부하다 (to study)” → “공부하지 마 (Don’t study)” → “Don’t study.”
• “운동하다 (to exercise)” → “운동하지 마 (Don’t exercise)” → “Don’t exercise.”
• “거짓말하다 (to lie)” → “거짓말하지 마 (Don’t lie)” → “Don’t lie.”
• “비교하다 (to compare)” → “비교하지 마 (Don’t compare)” → “Don’t compare.”
• “욕하다 (to swear)” → “욕하지 마 (Don’t swear)” → “Don’t swear.”

Summary

• “지 마” → Used with verbs that are NOT ‘하다’ verbs. (가다 → 가지 마 / 먹다 → 먹지 마)
• “하지 마” → Used only with ‘하다’ verbs. (공부하다 → 공부하지 마 / 비교하다 → 비교하지 마)

Final Thoughts

The expressions “하지 마” and “지 마” are commonly used in daily conversations and frequently appear in K-pop lyrics. Understanding the difference between them can help you speak Korean naturally and recognize common phrases in your favorite songs!

Now, try using these expressions in real life! 😊

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