-(으)ㅁ에 따라
Used to show that as the situation in the first clause changes, the situation in the second clause also changes accordingly. Often used in formal writing or news.
Summary
Equivalent
As..., Along with..., In accordance with...
Also: -어/아 감에 따라
Example
As science and technology develop, life has become increasingly convenient.
과학 기술이 발달함에 따라 생활이 점점 편리해졌습니다.
Grammar rules
- It implies 'Because [Situation X] is changing/developing, [Result Y] is also happening in response.' Common in reports and academic texts.
Patterns
V/A (Verbs/Adjectives)
현재 (Present) · -(으)ㅁ에 따라
N (Nouns)
현재 (Present) · 에 따라
Example sentences
As science and technology develop, life has become increasingly convenient.
과학 기술이 발달함에 따라 생활이 점점 편리해졌습니다.
As consumer needs become more diverse, various new products are being released.
소비자의 욕구가 다양해짐에 따라 다양한 신제품들이 출시되고 있다.
In accordance with the government's new policy, the system will change starting next month.
정부의 새로운 정책에 따라 다음 달부터 제도가 바뀝니다.
Conversation
A: There are so many people driving electric cars these days.
요즘 전기차 타는 사람들이 정말 많아졌네요.
B: As interest in environmental protection rises, the number of people preferring eco-friendly cars is increasing.
환경 보호에 대한 관심이 높아짐에 따라 친환경 자동차를 선호하는 분들이 늘고 있어요.
Practice
Fill in the blank
Select the correct 'as X changes/develops' phrase.
Economic trend.
Policy change.