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무역

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Understanding '무역' (Trade)

'무역' refers to the exchange of goods and services between countries. It is a key term in discussions about economics, international relations, and business. When Koreans use '무역', they often talk about imports, exports, trade deficits, and agreements.

Common Collocations and Patterns

  • 무역을 하다: to engage in trade
  • 무역 적자/흑자: trade deficit/surplus
  • 무역 협정: trade agreement
  • 무역 장벽: trade barrier

These collocations help you talk about specific aspects of trade clearly.

Usage Notes

'무역' is a formal noun mostly used in business or news contexts. It is not used for casual buying and selling. Learners sometimes confuse '무역' with '거래' (transaction), but '무역' specifically involves international trade.

Tips

When discussing economic topics, using '무역' correctly shows a good understanding of international commerce. Remember to pair it with verbs like '하다' (to do) or nouns like '협정' (agreement) to form natural expressions.

Example Sentences

한국은 여러 나라와 무역을 활발히 하고 있다.

Hanguk-eun yeoreo nara-wa muyeok-eul hwalbalhi hago itda.

Korea is actively trading with many countries.

무역 적자가 계속되면 경제에 문제가 생길 수 있다.

Muyeok jeokja-ga gyesokdoemyeon gyeongje-e munje-ga saenggil su itda.

If the trade deficit continues, it can cause problems for the economy.

무역 협정을 체결하면 관세가 낮아진다.

Muyeok hyeobjeong-eul chegyeolhamyeon gwansaega naj-ajinda.

When a trade agreement is signed, tariffs are reduced.