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반대

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '반대' (bandae) primarily means 'opposite' or 'to oppose.' It is commonly used both as a noun and as a verb (in the form '반대하다') to express disagreement or opposition to something.

Common Contexts

  1. Expressing disagreement or objection to plans, ideas, or proposals.
  2. Describing things that are opposite in nature or direction.
  3. Talking about opposing opinions or attitudes in discussions or meetings.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 반대하다: to oppose or object to something.
  • 반대 의견: opposing opinion.
  • 정반대: exact opposite.
  • 서로 반대이다: to be opposite to each other.

Register and Usage Notes

'반대' is neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. When used as a verb, '반대하다' is often followed by the object of opposition.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '반대' with '다르다' (different). '반대' implies opposition or contradiction, while '다르다' simply means 'different' without the nuance of opposition.

Use '반대' when you want to emphasize disagreement or contrast in a strong sense.

Example Sentences

나는 그 계획에 반대한다.

Naneun geu gyehoeg-e bandaehanda.

I oppose that plan.

그 두 사람은 성격이 반대이다.

Geu du saram-eun seonggyeog-i bandaeida.

Those two people have opposite personalities.

회의에서 반대 의견이 많았다.

Hoeuieseo bandae uigyeon-i manh-assda.

There were many opposing opinions in the meeting.