속도를 높이다 raise the speed.

속도를 높이다

 When you need to talk about increasing speed in Korean, whether it's driving, biking, or even talking about work pace, the phrase 속도를 높이다 (sokdoreul nopida)—"to speed up" or "to increase speed"—is a useful expression.

Introduction

The phrase 속도를 높이다 (sokdoreul nopida) directly translates to "raise the speed." It’s often used when talking about driving faster or when asking someone to speed up their pace. You might find it useful whether you're driving on the road or trying to move quickly in other areas of life.

Key Vocabulary:

  • 속도 (sokdo) – Speed
  • 높이다 (nopida) – To increase or raise
  • 가속하다 (gasokhada) – To accelerate
  • 과속 (gwasok) – Over-speeding
  • 빠르게 (ppareuge) – Quickly
  • 도로 (doro) – Road
  • 제한 속도 (jehan sokdo) – Speed limit

More Expressions in Korean with English Translation:

  1. 속도를 높여 주세요.
    (Sokdoreul nopyeo juseyo.)
    – Please increase the speed.

  2. 차가 느려요, 속도를 좀 높여 주실 수 있나요?
    (Chaga neuryeoyo, sokdoreul jom nopyeo jusil su innayo?)
    – The car is slow, can you speed up a bit?

  3. 이 구간에서 속도를 높여도 돼요?
    (I gugan-eseo sokdoreul nopyeodo dwaeyo?)
    – Is it okay to speed up in this area?

  4. 고속도로에서는 속도를 높일 수 있어요.
    (Gosokdoro-eseoneun sokdoreul nopil su isseoyo.)
    – You can increase the speed on the highway.

  5. 너무 느려요, 속도를 좀 높여 주세요.
    (Neomu neuryeoyo, sokdoreul jom nopyeo juseyo.)
    – It’s too slow, please speed up.

  6. 과속하지 마세요!
    (Gwasokhaji maseyo!)
    – Don’t overspeed!

  7. 이제 속도를 높여야 할 것 같아요.
    (Ije sokdoreul nopyeoya hal geot gatayo.)
    – I think we should speed up now.

  8. 제한 속도를 넘지 마세요.
    (Jehan sokdoreul neomji maseyo.)
    – Don’t exceed the speed limit.

Tips for Talking About Speed in Korea

  • Speed limits: In Korea, traffic laws are strictly enforced, and speed cameras are common. Be aware of the 제한 속도 (jehan sokdo, speed limit) to avoid fines.
  • Polite requests: When asking someone to speed up, especially a driver, it's polite to use 주세요 (juseyo) to keep the tone respectful.
  • Driving situations: Use these expressions while driving or in taxis when you need to adjust the pace on highways or during long trips.

Learning these expressions will help you communicate effectively in situations where you need to increase speed, whether in driving or everyday activities. Drive safely and remember not to overspeed!

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