Level 2

이기다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '이기다' primarily means 'to win' or 'to overcome.' It is commonly used in contexts involving competitions, games, or conflicts where one side prevails over another.

Common Contexts

  • Sports and games: "경기에서 이기다" (to win a game)
  • Personal challenges: "어려움을 이기다" (to overcome difficulties)
  • Psychological or emotional struggles: "자신의 약점을 이기다" (to overcome one's weaknesses)

Collocations and Patterns

  • '경기에서 이기다': to win in a match or game
  • '어려움을 이기다': to overcome hardships
  • '마음을 이기다': to control or overcome one's feelings

Register and Politeness

'이기다' is a standard verb used in both formal and informal contexts. It can be conjugated politely or casually depending on the situation.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '이기다' with '지다' (to lose). Remember, '이기다' means to win or overcome, while '지다' means to lose. Pay attention to the context to avoid this confusion.

Example Sentences

우리 팀이 경기에서 이겼어요.

Uri timi gyeong-gi-eseo igyeosseoyo.

Our team won the game.

어려운 상황을 이기다 보면 더 강해져요.

Eoryeoun sanghwang-eul igida bomyeon deo ganghaejyeoyo.

If you overcome difficult situations, you become stronger.

자신의 약점을 이기는 것이 중요해요.

Jasin-ui yakjeom-eul igineun geosi jungyohaeyo.

It is important to overcome your own weaknesses.