Meaning and Usage
The Korean word '마주' means 'face to face' or 'opposite each other.' It is often used to describe people or objects positioned directly facing one another.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '마주' in everyday situations such as sitting across from someone at a table, meeting someone unexpectedly, or describing two people looking at each other.
Collocations and Patterns
- 마주 앉다: to sit facing each other, often used in social or formal settings.
- 마주 보다: to look at each other face to face.
- 마주 치다: to meet or encounter someone unexpectedly.
Register and Nuance
'마주' is neutral in formality and can be used in both spoken and written Korean. It emphasizes the directness of the facing position or encounter.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '마주' with '맞다' (to be correct or to fit). Remember, '마주' relates to physical positioning or meeting face to face, not correctness.