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피다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '피다' primarily means 'to bloom' or 'to blossom,' referring to flowers opening up. It is commonly used in everyday conversation when talking about plants and seasons.

Figurative Use

Besides literal blooming, '피다' is often used metaphorically to describe something emerging or developing, such as a smile or hope.

Common Collocations

  • 꽃이 피다: a flower blooms
  • 미소가 피다: a smile blossoms
  • 사랑이 피다: love blossoms

These collocations show how '피다' can describe both physical and emotional blossoming.

Register and Politeness

'피다' is a standard verb used in both formal and informal contexts. It is neutral in politeness and can be conjugated accordingly.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing '피다' with '피우다,' which means 'to smoke' or 'to light (a fire).' Remember, '피다' is for blooming, while '피우다' involves causing something to burn or smoke.

Example Sentences

봄이 되면 벚꽃이 활짝 핀다.

Bomi doemyeon beotkkot-i hwaljjak pinda.

When spring comes, cherry blossoms bloom brightly.

꽃이 피기 시작하면 벌들이 모여든다.

Kkot-i pigi sijakhamyeon beoldeul-i moyeodeunda.

When flowers start to bloom, bees gather.

그의 얼굴에 미소가 피었다.

Geuui eolgul-e miso-ga pieotda.

A smile blossomed on his face.