Meaning and Usage
"절대로" is an adverb used to emphasize absolute negation or prohibition. It means "absolutely" or "never" and is often used with negative verbs to strongly forbid or deny something.
Common Contexts
You will frequently hear "절대로" in warnings, rules, or strong advice where something must not be done under any circumstances.
Collocations and Patterns
- 절대로 + negative verb (e.g., 절대로 하지 마세요): used to strongly prohibit an action.
- 절대로 + 안/못 + verb: emphasizes impossibility or refusal.
Register and Politeness
"절대로" is neutral in formality but often appears in polite requests or commands when combined with polite verb endings.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use "절대로" with positive verbs, which sounds unnatural because it emphasizes negation. Always pair it with a negative verb to express "never" or "absolutely not."