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두껍다

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective '두껍다' primarily describes something that is physically thick or dense, such as paper, clothing, or materials. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a person as 'thick-skinned,' meaning they are not easily hurt by criticism or insults.

Common Collocations

  • 두꺼운 책 (thick book): Refers to a book with many pages or dense content.
  • 두꺼운 옷 (thick clothes): Clothing that provides warmth, often used in winter.
  • 두꺼운 피부 (thick skin): Describes someone who is emotionally resilient or insensitive to criticism.

Register and Usage Notes

'두껍다' is a standard descriptive adjective used in both formal and informal contexts. When describing people as 'thick-skinned,' it can carry a neutral or slightly positive nuance, implying emotional strength.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '두껍다' with '두껍게' (the adverb form) or with similar-sounding words. Remember that '두껍다' is an adjective and must be conjugated accordingly when used in sentences. Also, avoid using it to describe thin objects or people, as it specifically means 'thick.'

Example Sentences

이 책은 종이가 너무 두꺼워서 들고 다니기 불편해요.

I chaegeun jongiga neomu dukkeowoseo deulgo danigi bulpyeonhaeyo.

This book has very thick pages, so it's inconvenient to carry around.

그는 두꺼운 피부를 가지고 있어서 비판에 잘 상처받지 않는다.

Geuneun dukkeoun pibureul gajigo isseoseo bipane jal sangcheobatji anhneunda.

He has thick skin, so he doesn't get hurt easily by criticism.

이 두꺼운 코트를 입으면 겨울에도 따뜻해요.

I dukkeoun koteureul ibeumyeon gyeouredo ttatteushaeyo.

If you wear this thick coat, you'll stay warm even in winter.