Meaning and Usage
The verb '덧붙이다' means to add or append something to an existing object, statement, or document. It is often used when someone wants to supplement information or attach an additional comment.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see '덧붙이다' used in formal or written contexts, such as reports, letters, or conversations where additional remarks are made. It can refer to physical attachment or figurative addition of ideas.
Collocations and Patterns
- 덧붙여 말하다: to add a remark or comment
- 덧붙여 쓰다: to write something additionally
- 덧붙인 내용: added content
These collocations emphasize the act of supplementing or appending information.
Register and Politeness
'덧붙이다' is neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, it is more common in written or semi-formal speech.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse '덧붙이다' with '붙이다' which means simply 'to attach'. Remember, '덧붙이다' implies adding something extra, not just attaching.
Use '덧붙이다' when you want to express the idea of adding supplementary information or an additional item to something already existing.