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법칙

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Understanding '법칙'

The Korean word '법칙' refers to a law or rule that must be followed. It is often used in scientific, natural, or social contexts to describe principles or regulations that govern behavior or phenomena.

Usage Contexts

  • In science, '법칙' describes natural laws, such as physical or biological laws.
  • In society, it refers to rules or regulations that people are expected to obey.

Common Collocations

  • 자연 법칙 (natural law): laws observed in nature.
  • 물리 법칙 (physical law): laws related to physics.
  • 법칙을 지키다 (to follow a rule): emphasizing compliance.

Register and Politeness

'법칙' is a formal noun used in written and spoken language, suitable for academic, scientific, or formal discussions.

Learner Tip

Do not confuse '법칙' with '법' which means 'law' in a legal sense. '법칙' often implies a general principle or rule, not necessarily a legal statute. Use '법칙' when referring to scientific or general rules rather than legal codes.

Example Sentences

자연에는 여러 가지 법칙이 존재한다.

Jayeone neun yeoreo gaji beopchik i jonjaehanda.

There are various laws in nature.

이 실험은 물리 법칙에 따라 진행된다.

I silheom eun mulli beopchik e ttara jinhaengdoenda.

This experiment proceeds according to physical laws.

사회에서는 모두가 법칙을 지켜야 한다.

Sahoe eseoneun modu ga beopchik eul jikyeoya handa.

In society, everyone must follow the rules.