말아라

This is the 13916th most frequent Korean word.


말아라

"말아라" is an informal or casual command in Korean meaning "Don't do it" or "Stop it."


Used as a prohibitive form, instructing someone not to perform the action.

그 일을 혼자서 하지 말아라.

Don't do that work alone.


Expresses prohibition conveyed through reported speech or advice.

추운 날에는 밖에서 오래 머물지 말아라고 말했다.

On cold days, I said not to stay outside for a long time.


Instruction or prohibition emphasizing appropriate behavior in a specific context.

회의 중에 장난치지 말아라.

Don't fool around during the meeting.