-(으)ㅁ세
(eum)se
Grammar · 1 sense
Future intention
Examples
곧 밥을 먹음세.
I'll eat soon!
그 일은 내가 함세.
I'll take care of that.
커피를 사다 줌세.
I'll get you a coffee.
When you'd hear it
This ending sounds old-fashioned and is most common in historical dramas, literary dialogue, or playful imitation of an older speaker. It is not a normal choice for everyday conversation or ordinary workplace speech.
What learners get wrong
Unlike the modern, neutral promise or intention ending -(으)ㄹ게, -(으)ㅁ세 can sound archaic or theatrical. Learners should recognize it in dramas and writing but generally avoid using it in contemporary casual speech.
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