Meaning and Usage
The Korean word '뼈' means 'bone' and is used to refer to the hard parts inside the body that support and protect organs. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation, medical contexts, and cooking.
Common Collocations
- 뼈가 부러지다: to have a bone broken, used when talking about injuries.
- 뼈를 조심하다: to be careful of bones, often said when eating meat with bones.
- 뼈가 튼튼하다: to have strong bones, used when discussing health.
Register and Politeness
'뼈' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change.
Usage Tips
When talking about bones in food, '뼈' often appears with verbs like '조심하다' (to be careful) or '발라내다' (to remove). In medical contexts, it is common to hear '뼈가 부러지다' (bone breaks). Avoid confusing '뼈' with '뼈대' which means 'framework' or 'structure' metaphorically.
Summary
Understanding '뼈' helps learners talk about body parts, injuries, and food safely and naturally. It appears frequently in daily life and health-related conversations.