Understanding '권리' (gwonri)
'권리' means 'right' or 'privilege' and refers to the legal or moral entitlements a person or group has. It is commonly used in contexts related to human rights, legal rights, and social privileges.
Usage in Sentences
You will often see '권리' used with verbs like '가지다' (to have), '주장하다' (to assert), and '보호하다' (to protect). For example, '권리를 주장하다' means 'to assert one's rights.'
Common Collocations
- 권리를 가지다: to have rights
- 권리를 주장하다: to assert rights
- 권리를 보호하다: to protect rights
- 인권 권리: human rights
Register and Politeness
'권리' is a neutral noun used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in legal, social, and political discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '권리' with '특권' (privilege in the sense of special advantage). '권리' implies a rightful entitlement, while '특권' implies an exclusive benefit. Use '권리' when talking about universal or legal rights.