Meaning and Usage
The verb '다르다' means 'to be different' or 'to differ.' It is used to describe distinctions between people, things, opinions, or situations. It is a descriptive verb and often appears in everyday conversation.
Common Collocations
- '의견이 다르다' (opinions differ): Used when people have different views.
- '맛이 다르다' (taste is different): Used to compare flavors.
- '사람마다 다르다' (varies by person): Indicates individual differences.
Usage Notes
'다르다' is often used with the subject marked by '이/가' and followed by descriptive endings like '-아요/-어요' in polite speech. It is not used to compare quantities but qualities or characteristics.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '다르다' with '틀리다' (to be wrong). Remember, '다르다' means 'different,' not 'incorrect.' For example, "의견이 다르다" means "opinions differ," not "opinions are wrong."