Meaning and Usage
The verb '논의하다' means 'to discuss' or 'to deliberate' on a topic, often in a formal or semi-formal setting such as meetings, academic discussions, or group decision-making. It implies exchanging opinions or examining issues carefully.
Common Contexts
You will frequently encounter '논의하다' in business, academic, or organizational contexts where decisions or plans are made. It is often used with topics, issues, or plans as the object.
Collocations and Patterns
- '문제를 논의하다' (to discuss a problem): used when focusing on resolving or understanding an issue.
- '계획을 논의하다' (to discuss a plan): common in project or event planning.
- '회의에서 논의하다' (to discuss in a meeting): emphasizes the setting.
Register and Politeness
'논의하다' is a formal verb and is appropriate in professional or academic speech and writing. It is not typically used in casual conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '논의하다' with '토론하다' (to debate). While both involve discussion, '토론하다' often implies a more argumentative or competitive exchange, whereas '논의하다' is more about collaborative discussion.