Meaning and Usage
"우표" means a postage stamp, the small adhesive label used to pay for mail delivery. It is a common noun used in everyday contexts related to sending letters or collecting stamps.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "우표" when talking about mailing letters, buying stamps at a post office, or discussing hobbies like stamp collecting.
Collocations and Patterns
- 우표를 붙이다: to stick a stamp (on a letter or postcard)
- 우표 수집: stamp collecting, a popular hobby
- 우표 가게: a stamp shop, where stamps are sold
Register and Politeness
"우표" is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal situations without change.
Learner Tips
Be careful not to confuse "우표" with "우편" (mail or postal service). "우표" specifically refers to the stamp itself, not the mail or postal system.