Meaning and Usage
The verb '거두다' primarily means 'to gather' or 'to harvest' in a literal sense, such as collecting crops. It also extends metaphorically to mean 'to achieve' or 'to obtain' results, success, or victory. This dual usage is common in both everyday and formal contexts.
Common Contexts
- Literal: Farmers '거두다' crops during harvest season.
- Figurative: People '거두다' achievements, success, or victories in competitions or efforts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 곡식을 거두다: to harvest crops (literal)
- 성과를 거두다: to achieve results (figurative)
- 승리를 거두다: to win a victory (figurative)
Register and Politeness
'거두다' is a standard verb used in both spoken and written Korean. It is neutral in politeness and can be used in formal and informal contexts depending on the sentence ending.
Common Learner Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '거두다' with '걷다' (to walk or to gather), but '거두다' specifically relates to gathering harvest or achieving results, while '걷다' is more general for walking or collecting small items. Remember '거두다' often implies a successful or purposeful gathering or achievement.