Understanding '단어'
The Korean word '단어' means 'word' in English. It is a basic noun used to refer to individual words in language, whether spoken or written.
Usage in Conversation
You will often hear '단어' when discussing vocabulary, language learning, or when asking about meanings. For example, "이 단어의 뜻을 아세요?" means "Do you know the meaning of this word?".
Common Collocations
- 단어 뜻 (word meaning): used when asking or explaining the meaning of a word.
- 단어 공부 (word study): refers to studying vocabulary.
- 새로운 단어 (new word): used when learning or introducing new vocabulary.
Tips for Learners
'단어' is a straightforward noun but is often combined with verbs like '외우다' (to memorize), '알다' (to know), or '사용하다' (to use). Avoid confusing '단어' with '말' which means 'speech' or 'language' in a broader sense. '단어' specifically refers to individual words.
Use '단어' whenever you want to talk about vocabulary items clearly and precisely.