Meaning and Usage
"수영" means "swimming" in Korean and refers both to the activity of swimming and the sport itself. It is a noun commonly used in everyday conversation and formal contexts.
Common Contexts
People often use "수영" when talking about going to the swimming pool, learning to swim, or discussing exercise routines. It can describe both recreational swimming and competitive swimming.
Collocations and Patterns
- 수영을 하다: to swim (common verb phrase)
- 수영장: swimming pool
- 수영 배우다: to learn swimming
- 수영 선수: swimming athlete
Register and Politeness
"수영" is neutral in formality and can be used in both casual and formal speech. The verb phrase "수영을 하다" is the most natural way to express "to swim."
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "수영" with "수영하다". Remember, "수영" is the noun, and "수영하다" is the verb meaning "to swim." Use "수영을 하다" or "수영하다" to talk about the action.
Understanding these nuances will help you use "수영" naturally in conversation about sports, hobbies, and health.