동의

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Meaning and Usage

The Korean word '동의' primarily means 'agreement' or 'consent.' It is commonly used in formal and informal contexts when people express approval or acceptance of an idea, plan, or condition. Additionally, '동의' can refer to 'synonymy' when discussing words with the same or similar meanings.

Common Contexts

  • Agreement or consent in meetings, contracts, or discussions.
  • Indicating that two words have the same meaning (synonyms).

Collocations and Patterns

  • 동의하다: to agree or consent.
  • 동의어: synonym.
  • ~에 동의하다: to agree to something.
  • 동의 없이: without consent.

Register and Politeness

'동의' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings. When used as a verb '동의하다,' it is polite and appropriate in professional or everyday conversations.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '동의' (agreement) with '찬성' (approval or support). While similar, '찬성' often implies active support, whereas '동의' focuses on consent or agreement. Use '동의' when you want to express that you accept or agree with something, especially in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

회의에서 모두가 그 계획에 동의했다.

Hoeuieseo moduga geu gyehoeg-e dong-uihaetda.

Everyone agreed to the plan at the meeting.

이 단어는 ‘행복’과 동의어이다.

I dan-eoneun ‘haengbog’gwa dong-ui-eoida.

This word is synonymous with ‘happiness.’

계약서에 서명하기 전에 모든 조건에 동의해야 한다.

Gyeyakseoe seomyeonghagi jeon-e modeun jogeon-e dong-uihaeya handa.

You must agree to all the terms before signing the contract.