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밝혀지다

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Meaning and Usage

The verb '밝혀지다' is a passive form meaning 'to be revealed' or 'to become clear.' It is commonly used when something hidden or unknown becomes known, such as facts, identities, or truths. This word often appears in news reports, investigations, or scientific contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 사건이 밝혀지다: a case is revealed (used in legal or investigative contexts)
  • 진실이 밝혀지다: the truth is revealed
  • 정체가 밝혀지다: identity is revealed

Register and Politeness

'밝혀지다' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is more common in written or formal speech.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing '밝히다' (to reveal actively) with '밝혀지다' (to be revealed passively). Remember, '밝혀지다' focuses on the fact becoming known, not the action of revealing by a subject.

Example Sentences

사건의 진상이 결국 밝혀졌다.

Sageonui jinsangi gyeolguk balkhyeojyeotda.

The truth of the case was finally revealed.

그의 정체가 아직 밝혀지지 않았다.

Geuui jeongchega ajik balkhyeojiji anatta.

His identity has not been revealed yet.

과학자들은 새로운 사실을 밝혀내기 위해 노력하고 있다.

Gwahakjadeureun saeroun sasireul balkhyeonaegi wihae noryeokhago itda.

Scientists are trying to uncover new facts.