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컴퓨터

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Meaning and Usage

"컴퓨터" means "computer" in Korean and is used to refer to electronic devices for processing data. It is a loanword from English and is widely used in everyday conversation.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "컴퓨터" when talking about buying, using, or repairing computers. It appears in both casual and formal settings without change.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 컴퓨터를 켜다 (to turn on the computer): used when starting the device.
  • 컴퓨터를 하다 (to use the computer): common phrase for working or playing on a computer.
  • 컴퓨터가 고장 나다 (the computer breaks down): used when the device malfunctions.

Tips

Be careful not to confuse "컴퓨터" with "노트북" (laptop), which is a specific type of computer. "컴퓨터" generally refers to desktop computers but can be used broadly for all types.

Using "컴퓨터" correctly helps you talk about technology and daily digital activities naturally.

Example Sentences

새 컴퓨터를 샀어요.

Sae keompyuteoreul sass-eoyo.

I bought a new computer.

컴퓨터를 켜고 인터넷을 했어요.

Keompyuteoreul kyeogo inteonesseul haess-eoyo.

I turned on the computer and used the internet.

컴퓨터가 고장 나서 수리해야 해요.

Keompyuteoga gojang naseo surihaeya haeyo.

The computer broke down, so it needs to be repaired.