Level 1

날

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '날' primarily refers to the sharp edge or blade of a cutting tool such as a knife or sword. It is a common noun used in everyday contexts involving cutting or sharpening.

Common Collocations

  • '칼날' (knife blade): specifically refers to the blade of a knife.
  • '날을 세우다' (to sharpen the blade): a frequent expression used when talking about making a blade sharper.
  • '날이 무뎌지다' (the blade becomes dull): describes the blade losing its sharpness.

Usage Notes

When using '날', speakers often imply the importance of sharpness and precision. It is a tangible, concrete noun and is not used metaphorically in everyday speech.

Learners sometimes confuse '날' with '날짜' (date) or '날씨' (weather), which sound similar but have different meanings. Focus on the context related to cutting tools to avoid confusion.

Register and Politeness

'날' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change. It is a basic vocabulary item suitable for TOPIK level 1 learners.

Example Sentences

칼날이 매우 날카롭다.

Kalnari maeu nalkaropda.

The blade is very sharp.

날을 세우다

Nareul seuda

To sharpen the blade.

날이 무뎌져서 다시 갈아야 한다.

Nari mudeojyeoseo dasi garaya handa.

The blade has become dull, so it needs to be sharpened again.