Understanding '명함'
'명함' refers to a business or name card commonly used in Korean professional and social settings. It contains essential contact information such as name, company, position, phone number, and address.
Usage and Cultural Context
In Korea, exchanging 명함 is an important ritual during introductions, especially in business. Presenting your 명함 politely with both hands shows respect. It is common to receive and keep 명함 carefully as a sign of respect for the person.
Common Collocations
- 명함을 주다: to give a name card
- 명함을 받다: to receive a name card
- 명함을 교환하다: to exchange name cards
- 명함 케이스: name card holder
Tips for Learners
When using 명함, remember the cultural etiquette of handling it respectfully. Avoid writing on someone else's 명함 or folding it, as this can be seen as rude. 명함 is a formal word used mostly in business or formal introductions, so it is less common in casual conversations.