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반대하다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '반대하다' means 'to oppose' or 'to be against' something. It is commonly used to express disagreement or objection to ideas, plans, opinions, or proposals.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '반대하다' in discussions about politics, social issues, or personal decisions where someone expresses their opposition.

Collocations and Patterns

  • '의견에 반대하다' (to oppose an opinion): used when disagreeing with someone's viewpoint.
  • '계획에 반대하다' (to oppose a plan): used when rejecting a proposed plan or idea.
  • '법안에 반대하다' (to oppose a bill): common in political or legal contexts.

Register and Politeness

'반대하다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal situations. To make it polite, you can use '반대합니다' or '반대해요'.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '반대하다' with '싫어하다' (to dislike). Remember, '반대하다' specifically means to oppose or object, not just to dislike something personally.

Example Sentences

나는 그 계획에 반대한다.

Naneun geu gyehoeg-e bandaehanda.

I am opposed to that plan.

그는 친구의 의견에 반대하지 않았다.

Geuneun chingue uigyeon-e bandaehaji anh-assda.

He did not oppose his friend's opinion.

많은 사람들이 새로운 법안에 반대하고 있다.

Manheun saramdeuri saeroun beob-an-e bandaehago itda.

Many people are opposing the new bill.