Meaning and Usage
The word '각국' means 'each country' or 'various countries.' It is commonly used in formal or neutral contexts such as news reports, academic discussions, or international events to refer collectively to multiple countries.
Common Contexts
You will often see '각국' used when talking about representatives, cultures, policies, or events involving multiple nations. For example, '각국의 대표' (representatives of each country) or '각국의 문화' (cultures of various countries).
Collocations and Patterns
- 각국의 대표 (representatives of each country): used when referring to delegates or officials from different countries.
- 각국에서 (from each country): indicates origin or participation from multiple countries.
- 각국의 문화 (cultures of each country): highlights cultural differences or diversity.
Register and Politeness
'각국' is a formal noun often used in written language, news, and formal speech. It is not typically used in casual conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '각국' with '모든 나라' (all countries). '각국' emphasizes individual countries separately, while '모든 나라' means all countries collectively. Use '각국' when you want to highlight distinctions or participation from separate countries.