Level 2

입학

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '입학' (iphak) specifically refers to the act of entering or being admitted to a school or university. It is a formal noun commonly used in educational contexts.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '입학' when talking about starting school, university admissions, or official entrance ceremonies. For example, '입학식' means 'entrance ceremony,' a key event marking the beginning of a school year.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 입학하다: to be admitted or enter a school
  • 입학식: entrance ceremony
  • 입학 지원서: admission application form

These collocations are essential for discussing school admissions and related procedures.

Register and Politeness

'입학' is a neutral, formal noun used in both spoken and written Korean, especially in official or academic settings. It is not casual vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '입학' with '입장' (entrance to a place or event). Remember, '입학' is specifically about entering an educational institution, while '입장' is more general.

Example Sentences

그는 올해 서울대학교에 입학했다.

Geuneun olhae Seoul Daehakgyoe iphakhaetda.

He was admitted to Seoul National University this year.

입학식은 보통 3월에 열린다.

Iphaksigeun botong samwore yeollinda.

The entrance ceremony usually takes place in March.

입학 지원서를 작성할 때는 정확한 정보를 기입해야 한다.

Iphak jiweonseoreul jakseonghal ttaeneun jeonghwaghan jeongboreul giiphaeya handa.

You must fill in accurate information when completing the admission application.