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알려지다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '알려지다' means 'to become known' or 'to be revealed.' It is often used when information, facts, or names become publicly recognized or disclosed. It is a passive form related to the verb '알리다' (to inform, to let someone know).

Common Contexts

You will frequently see '알려지다' in news reports, conversations about rumors, or when discussing how information spreads. It is neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '사건이 알려지다' (an incident becomes known): used when news or events are revealed.
  • '사실이 알려지다' (a fact becomes known): used when truths or facts come to light.
  • '이름이 알려지다' (a name becomes known): used when a person or brand gains recognition.

Usage Tips

  • '알려지다' is often confused with '알다' (to know). Remember, '알려지다' focuses on the process of becoming known to others, not the state of knowing.
  • It is a passive or intransitive verb, so it does not take a direct object.
  • Use it when emphasizing the spread or revelation of information rather than personal knowledge.

Example Sentences

그 사건은 전국에 알려졌다.

Geu sageoneun jeongguk-e allyeojyeotda.

That incident became known nationwide.

이 사실은 곧 알려질 것이다.

I sasireun got allyeojil geosida.

This fact will soon become known.

그의 이름은 점점 더 많은 사람들에게 알려지고 있다.

Geuui ireumeun jeomjeom deo manheun saramdeurege allyeojigo itda.

His name is gradually becoming known to more and more people.