고서야
Used to say that the first clause happens then the second clause.
Typically translates to "then" or "only after."
The first clause is a condition of the second clause.
Subjects must be the same in both clauses and the second clause should include an expression of possibility (ex. (을)ㄹ 수 있다).
Conjugation
| All Tenses | ||
|---|---|---|
| AV (V) | 가다 | 가고서야 |
| AV (C) | 먹다 | 먹고서야 |
| Hada | 하다 | 하고서야 |
Example Sentences
Polite
밥을 먹고서야 학교에 갈 수 있어요.
After eating then I can go to school.
Polite
숙제를 끝내고서야 놀 수 있어요.
Only after finishing my homework can I play.