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강조하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '강조하다' means 'to emphasize' or 'to stress' something clearly and strongly. It is commonly used in both spoken and written Korean to highlight important points, opinions, or facts.

Common Contexts

You will often hear or see '강조하다' in academic, professional, or everyday contexts where someone wants to make sure their message or a particular detail stands out.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '의견을 강조하다' (to emphasize an opinion): used when stressing personal views.
  • '중요성을 강조하다' (to emphasize importance): common in formal or written contexts.
  • '핵심을 강조하다' (to emphasize the core/essence): used in presentations or explanations.

Register and Politeness

'강조하다' is a neutral verb and can be used in formal and informal contexts. When speaking politely, it is often conjugated with polite endings (e.g., 강조합니다).

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '강조하다' with '중요하다' (to be important). Remember, '강조하다' is an action verb meaning to actively emphasize something, while '중요하다' describes the state of being important.

Example Sentences

그는 자신의 의견을 강하게 강조했다.

Geuneun jasinui uigyeoneul ganghage gangjohatda.

He strongly emphasized his opinion.

이 보고서는 안전의 중요성을 강조하고 있다.

I bogoseoneun anjeonui jungyoseongeul gangjohago itda.

This report emphasizes the importance of safety.

발표할 때는 핵심 내용을 강조하는 것이 중요하다.

Balpyohal ttaeneun haeksim naeyongeul gangjohaneun geosi jungyohada.

When giving a presentation, it is important to emphasize the key points.