Meaning and Usage
"답장" specifically refers to a reply or response, most commonly to messages such as letters, emails, or texts. It is a noun used in everyday conversation and formal communication alike.
Common Contexts
You will often see "답장" used when talking about receiving or sending replies in communication. For example, "답장을 받다" means "to receive a reply," and "답장을 보내다" means "to send a reply."
Collocations and Patterns
- 답장을 보내다: to send a reply, used when you respond to a message.
- 답장을 받다: to receive a reply, used when someone replies to you.
- 답장이 없다: no reply, often expressing concern or impatience.
Register and Politeness
"답장" is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts. The politeness level is usually conveyed by the verbs and sentence endings around it.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "답장" with "대답," which also means "answer" but is more often used for verbal answers or responses to questions rather than written replies. Use "답장" when referring to written or message replies.