Meaning and Usage
"개별" refers to something individual, separate, or particular. It is often used to emphasize that something is considered or handled on a case-by-case basis rather than collectively.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "개별" in educational, business, or administrative contexts where individual attention or treatment is required, such as "개별 상담" (individual consultation) or "개별 과제" (individual assignment).
Collocations and Patterns
- 개별 상담: individual consultation, used when personalized advice or discussion is needed.
- 개별 과제: individual assignment, emphasizing tasks done separately.
- 개별적으로 다루다: to handle individually, often used in problem-solving or management.
Register and Politeness
"개별" is a neutral, formal word commonly used in written and spoken Korean, especially in official or academic settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "개별" with "개인" (individual person). "개별" focuses on the separateness or distinctness of items or cases, while "개인" refers to a person as an individual. Use "개별" when emphasizing separation or distinction rather than the person themselves.