Meaning and Usage
The word '정거장' refers to a place where vehicles such as trains, buses, or subways stop to pick up or drop off passengers. It is commonly used for bus stops, subway stations, and train stations.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '정거장' in daily conversations about transportation, such as when giving directions or planning travel. For example, '버스 정거장' means 'bus stop,' and '지하철 정거장' means 'subway station.'
Collocations and Patterns
- '버스 정거장' (bus stop): used when referring to where buses stop.
- '지하철 정거장' (subway station): used for subway stops.
- '정거장에서 내리다' (to get off at a station): used when telling someone where to get off.
Register and Politeness
'정거장' is a neutral noun suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday speech and public announcements.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '정거장' with '역' (station). While '역' often refers specifically to train or subway stations with more facilities, '정거장' can refer to any stop, including bus stops. Use '정거장' when emphasizing the stop itself rather than the station building.