Meaning and Usage
The Korean noun '분' primarily means 'anger' or 'resentment'. It is commonly used to express feelings of irritation or frustration in everyday conversation.
Common Contexts
'분' often appears when talking about emotional reactions to situations or people. It can describe both mild annoyance and stronger anger.
Collocations and Patterns
- 분을 내다: to get angry; used when someone expresses anger.
- 분을 참다: to hold back anger; used when someone tries to control their temper.
- 분이 나다: to become angry; describes the state of feeling anger.
Register and Politeness
'분' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, the way it is combined with verbs or particles can affect politeness.
Common Learner Mistake
Do not confuse '분' meaning 'anger' with '분' as a counter for people (which is pronounced the same but used differently). Context usually clarifies the meaning, but be careful when reading or listening.