Meaning and Usage
The adverb '멀리' means 'far away' or 'at a distance.' It is used to describe something that is physically distant from the speaker or a reference point.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '멀리' when talking about locations, directions, or distances in everyday conversation. It can describe visual distance, movement, or spatial separation.
Collocations and Patterns
- '멀리서' (from far away): used to indicate the origin of an action or sound from a distance.
- '멀리 가다' (go far): describes moving a long distance away.
- '멀리 보이다' (be seen far away): used when something is visible from a distance.
Register and Politeness
'멀리' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '멀리' with '먼' (an adjective meaning 'far'). Remember, '멀리' is an adverb modifying verbs or adjectives, while '먼' modifies nouns. For example, '먼 산' (a distant mountain) vs. '산이 멀리 보인다' (the mountain is seen far away).