Meaning and Usage
The adjective '번거롭다' describes something that is troublesome, inconvenient, or cumbersome. It often refers to tasks or procedures that require extra effort or cause annoyance due to their complexity or repetitiveness.
Common Contexts
You will frequently hear '번거롭다' when talking about paperwork, administrative procedures, or any situation where multiple steps or confirmations are needed. It conveys a mild complaint or reluctance but is often used politely.
Collocations and Patterns
- '번거로운 절차' (troublesome procedure): used when describing complicated or lengthy processes.
- '번거롭더라도' (even if troublesome): a concessive phrase to acknowledge inconvenience but emphasize necessity.
- '번거롭게 하다' (to cause trouble/inconvenience): used when someone causes bother to others.
Register and Politeness
'번거롭다' is neutral in formality but often appears in polite requests or explanations. It is suitable for both spoken and written Korean.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '번거롭다' with '귀찮다' (annoying, bothersome). While both express inconvenience, '번거롭다' emphasizes complexity or cumbersome nature, whereas '귀찮다' focuses more on laziness or reluctance to do something. Use '번거롭다' when highlighting the troublesome nature of a task rather than personal annoyance.