Level 2

관계

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '관계' primarily means 'relationship' or 'connection' between people, things, or concepts. It is used to describe social relationships, connections between events, or associations in various contexts.

Common Contexts

  • Personal relationships: family, friends, colleagues.
  • Professional or organizational relationships.
  • Cause and effect or logical connections.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 관계를 유지하다 (to maintain a relationship): used when talking about keeping a connection over time.
  • 관계가 있다/없다 (to have/not have a relationship): indicates whether a connection exists.
  • 관계자 (person involved): refers to someone related to a matter or event.

Register and Usage Notes

'관계' is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often combined with other words to specify the type of relationship. Avoid confusing it with '관계자' which specifically means a person involved or related to something.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '관계' with '관계자'. Remember, '관계' refers to the relationship itself, while '관계자' refers to a person who is related or involved.

Example Sentences

그 두 사람은 오랜 관계를 유지하고 있다.

Geu du sarameun oraen gwangyereul yujihago itda.

Those two people have maintained a long relationship.

이 사건과 관련된 모든 관계자를 조사해야 한다.

I sageongwa gwallyeondoen modeun gwangyejareul josahaeya handa.

We need to investigate all parties related to this case.

회사 내에서 상사와 직원 간의 관계가 중요하다.

Hwesa naeseo sangsa wa jigwon ganui gwangyega jungyohada.

The relationship between a boss and employees is important within a company.