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Understanding '공해' (Environmental Pollution)

'공해' specifically refers to pollution that harms the environment, including air, water, and soil pollution. It is a formal noun often used in news, academic discussions, and environmental policies.

Common Contexts

You will frequently encounter '공해' when discussing health issues caused by pollution, government regulations aimed at reducing pollution, and the broader impact of pollution on different areas.

Typical Collocations

  • 공해 문제 (pollution problem): used when talking about issues caused by pollution.
  • 공해를 줄이다 (reduce pollution): common phrase in environmental protection contexts.
  • 공해 발생 (pollution occurrence): refers to the generation or outbreak of pollution.

Usage Notes

'공해' is a noun and does not conjugate. It is often paired with verbs like '줄이다' (to reduce), '발생하다' (to occur), or '피하다' (to avoid). Avoid confusing '공해' with '오염' which is a more general term for contamination; '공해' specifically implies pollution harmful to the environment and public health.

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This word is neutral to formal and is appropriate in academic, official, and media contexts rather than casual conversation.

Example Sentences

공해 때문에 호흡기 질환이 늘고 있다.

Gonghae ttaemune hoheupgi jilwan-i neulgo itda.

Respiratory diseases are increasing because of environmental pollution.

공해를 줄이기 위해 정부가 새로운 규제를 도입했다.

Gonghaereul jurigi wihae jeongbuka saeroun gyuje-reul doiphaetda.

The government introduced new regulations to reduce pollution.

공해 문제는 도시뿐만 아니라 농촌에도 영향을 미친다.

Gonghae munjeneun dosippunman anira nongchonedo yeonghyangeul michinda.

Pollution problems affect not only cities but also rural areas.