-(으)리라
(eu)rira
Grammar · 2 senses
I will, I am determined to
Examples
반드시 성공하리라.
I will definitely succeed.
끝까지 노력하리라.
I am determined to try until the end.
이번에는 반드시 성공하리라.
This time, I will surely succeed.
When you'd hear it
This is a literary and solemn ending, common in written declarations, speeches, historical dramas, and dramatic inner monologues. It is unusual in ordinary conversation, where speakers normally use more neutral future or intention forms.
What learners get wrong
Unlike -(으)ㄹ 것이다, which can describe a prediction or expected future event, -(으)리라 presents the speaker’s firm resolve in a formal, dramatic style. It often sounds like a vow or proclamation rather than casual planning.
will, shall
Examples
곧 여름이 오리라.
Summer shall come soon.
곧 해가 떠오르리라.
The sun will rise soon.
그녀가 성공하겠으리라.
She will probably succeed.
When you'd hear it
This is a literary, solemn ending found mainly in writing, narration, speeches, and dramatic or old-fashioned dialogue. It is uncommon in ordinary conversation, where endings such as -겠어요 or -(으)ㄹ 거예요 are more natural.
What learners get wrong
Learners may mistake it for a normal spoken future ending. Unlike -(으)ㄹ 거예요, -(으)리라 gives a formal, forceful prediction or declaration and often sounds poetic or archaic.
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